League of Women Voters of St Louis Information Service
Saint Louis County, MO August 5, 2008 Election
	Maria N. Chappelle-Nadal Answers Questions Candidate for State Representative; District 72; Democratic Party

The questions were prepared by the League of Women Voters of Saint Louis and asked of all candidates for this office.
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Questions & Answers

1. What are your Qualifications for Office? (50 word limit)

My qualifications include: Working as a community activist, having a genuine concern about social justice issues, being ready to stand up and defend progressive issues even when unpopular, strong research skills, ability to synthesize information for floor debate and working for former Lt. Governor Joe Maxwell in a statewide capacity.

2. What plans do you have to address your top three priorities? (50 word limit)

As for public education, I seek a comprehensive approach w/o vouchers. For seniors, we MUST direct state funds to in-home care services. As for the environment, I will continue to support consumer-friendly incentives and policy that will allow Missourians to consciously invest in high-efficiency products.

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