Meyers in hunt for Dist. 7 seat

SAGLE — Ken Meyers is announcing his candidacy for the Idaho Senate's District 7 post.

The district includes Bonner County precincts east of U.S. Highway 95 and south of the Long Bridge, and Shoshone, Clearwater, and Idaho counties.

Meyers, a Democrat, is unopposed in the May 17 primary. Incumbent Sheryl Nuxoll of Cottonwood and Carl Crabtree are vying for the GOP nomination in the primary.

Meyers came to the Sandpoint area, full time, in 2005, after retirement from Washington State University's College of Veterinary Medicine. Meyers was a professor of veterinary physiology and associate dean, responsible for admission and education of veterinary students. He also led a research program focused on platelet function and coagulation, and started the first veterinary transfusion medicine program.

He says he brings needed qualities to this position — the ability to listen to all sides of an issue, good judgment, and comfort with decision-making. He is a consensus builder.

If elected, Meyers said he will help provide needed balance to the state Senate, and help that body make decisions and take action based on facts. Meyers believes that climate change is real and has a human component. He believes government should stay focused on issues that result in a strong economy, provide bootstraps for the working poor, and promote a thriving middle class.

Throughout his life, Meyers has focused his work on discovering new knowledge and education. He is serious about educating Idaho's children for a 21st century economy. He will work to create a state government that is efficient, transparent, and responsive. He will not waste legislators' time and taxpayers' money on inconsequential issues or issues already decided by the Supreme Court. Like most Idahoans, he believes we need natural resource policies that protect our legacy of public lands, while providing recreational and economic opportunity. Meyers said he will work against efforts for privatization of public lands or the state to acquire federal lands.

Meyers said he will also work for state government policy that protects personal freedoms, does not discriminate, and promotes a more equitable society.

For more information he may be contacted at ken4d7@gmail.com