Non-partisan Saipan Municipal candidate Lareina Castro Camacho and Precinct 1 House of Representatives independent candidate Edwin Kenneth Propst agree that the most rewarding part of their campaign trail was hearing the voices of the people of the CNMI.<\/p>\n
Both of these candidates\u2019 fates will be determined tomorrow as voters head to the polls on Election Day to cast their ballots.<\/p>\n
With just a day left of voting, Propst and Camacho share their rewarding journey and unforgettable experiences on the campaign trail.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt is rewarding to gain the perspective from various sectors of our community,\u201d Camacho told Saipan Tribune. \u201cMeeting with and learning from those I\u2019ve had dialogue with during the campaign season reinforces my commitment to be part of the elected few to make a difference. \u201c<\/p>\n
Camacho said the sentiment of the people is encouraging. As a first-time candidate, Camacho thinks the people are uplifted to see fresh faces taking part in the mission of creating a safer, healthier, and ultimately better place to live in.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe people, regardless of what elected office, expect elected officials to be truthful, dedicated and to work diligently. There must be no more empty promises,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n
Camacho has no further plans for her campaign as the final ballots will be counted tomorrow and she now \u201cleaves it in the hands of the people.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cI hope that we have each wish other candidates well and that regardless of the results, we stay committed and we continue to work together for our islands\u2019 health, wealth and sustainability.\u201d<\/p>\n
Although it is also his first time to run for political office, Propst is a well-known advocate for government transparency, anti-corruption, and political accountability.<\/p>\n
He told Saipan Tribune that there are a plethora of memorable moments from his campaign.<\/p>\n
\u201cI think the highlight of this campaign has been in meeting with people and listening to their ideas and concerns. We have such a wonderful community here!\u201d<\/p>\n
He noted that, based on his conversations with residents, people are hoping for a responsive government that caters to their needs and operates with fairness and transparency.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt seems our people are less concerned about being related to a candidate and more interested in what ideas the candidate has to offer,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
As for his strategy as the campaign season comes to a close, Propst said his plans remain the same.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe will continue to run a positive campaign and will continue to be accessible. We will respect the political process and will be kind and courteous to everyone, regardless of our differences of opinion. We are all in this together, regardless of what party you belong to.\u201d<\/p>\n
Propst said that one disturbing account he experienced during the campaign was stealing and vandalizing of road signs.<\/p>\n
\u201cIf you don\u2019t like a candidate, simply do not vote for him or her. Respect the political process, pot fabot (please).\u201d<\/p>\n
Propst hopes for an honest and clean election this year.<\/p>\n
\u201cOn election day, I hope candidates and supporters can be kind, courteous, and respectful,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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