Looking back over my life there has always been one constant caring and compassionate man — my dad, Rich Murray. He has always taught me that we need to get involved!

“Get caring!” he always says.

I have a clear memory of my dad taking my brothers and me to help with different groups in the community — even at a young age. One of the best memories from my childhood is when we would help with the SPIRE picnic. I had so much fun helping with the games and getting to know and interact with some very special people. He taught me one of the greatest lessons in life: to help your fellow human beings.

Recently, I have had the chance to observe my dad’s passion and compassion as we have traveled all over Freeborn and southern Mower counties. He cares about people and understands that they need help. I am proud that other people get to see this side of my dad.

My dad has always been helping people, lending his time to different organizations, and just being a good Samaritan for as long as I can remember. This is why I think you should vote for Rich Murray on Nov. 2. He wants to help the people of House District 27A. He will be a representative who will passionately represent all of us.

Michelle Hanson

Albert Lea