I have been a friend of Judy Newman’s for more than 50 years. During that time, I have observed many qualities that make her an excellent choice for reelection to the Eugene 4J School Board.

Judy is tireless. Friends assume she sleeps a few hours a night. Other than that, she is working, staying fit, spending time with family and having fun. When she chooses to do something, she is absolutely dedicated, as she has been to the school board.

Judy is influential. When she advocates for anything, it is always from a position of knowledge, thoughtful consideration and heartfelt belief. This has made her an extremely effective advocate, especially for young children at the state Legislature.

Judy is an extremely effective, award-winning leader. She has a long and proven track record of providing good guidance to the many community boards she has been on, not the least of which is the 4J board. She has decades of experience as the founder and co-director of Early Childhood CARES, a nonprofit, county-wide agency providing services to young children with special needs.

Finally, Judy is simply a very admirable person. She is kind and thoughtful, and looks for good in people. Her commitment to equity for all people has been in place her whole life, and is unquestionable.

It is hard for me to imagine a better person to advocate for and guide our children’s education. Please, vote to reelect Judy Newman to the 4J school board.

John Wagner
Eugene