How does one tell the difference between city council candidates when they share similar positions on some issues? The defining traits are personal integrity and judgment. Duluth City Council candidate Rich Updegrove's personal statement is, "Do the right thing, even when no one is looking."
As a teacher at East High School, Updegrove is well-liked by his students, their parents, and other teachers. Like good teachers everywhere, he listens and asks questions to help a student understand the material. He is interested in listening to a wide range of opinions.
As a youth soccer coach, like many other coaches, Updegrove lives and coaches good sportsmanship. It is about respecting your teammates, the officials, and fair play.
As a candidate, Updegrove engages voters on issues in ways to understand each person's perspective. He has his core principles and positions on issues, but he also listens to other perspectives, searching for common ground.
Rich Updegrove shares core values with Duluthians and stands up for what is best for Duluth.
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Henry Helgen
Duluth
