Since there seems to be lots of speculation about the motivations of various candidates for public office in Biddeford, I thought I’d make my position clear.

I do not think anyone should vote for any candidate based on any one issue, whether parking plans or sexual abuse. I know people continue to believe that seeking justice for sexual abuse survivors via politics is my agenda, but I’ll say I’m currently supporting at least one incumbent who didn’t support my cause.

However, I believe my role as a person who loves Biddeford is to zoom out and look at the big picture. When I do, I believe the person I support is thoughtful, smart and thinks holistically about the city – exactly what we need.

Further, I’ve spoken with and conveyed the same sentiment to candidates who I felt might be running primarily on the stuff I’ve been involved in. At least one person chose not to run as a result.

And I can say with 100 percent confidence that I don’t know of a single candidate running to be an “ax grinder” on this issue – including my mom, Debbie Lauzon, who, I think, will get the most scrutiny. Using her as an example, through attending meetings she was inspired to dig into all issues and realized we can and must do a better job managing this city.

I encourage everyone to have an open mind and, before making assumptions, take the time to sit down with candidates before forming an opinion.

There has been a lot of turmoil. But I think we all can agree that at least we’ve found ourselves in a place where people are participating in the democratic process, and hopefully, there will be a large turnout where the best candidates win.

The future is bright for Biddeford.

Matt Lauzon

Biddeford native

Boston

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