Tim Connolly asks, "I wonder how many local DFLers have experience as
laborers?"
Interesting question, Tim. When I was born my family were tenant farmers
outside of Duluth, MN. We raised much of our own food - both animal and
vegetable - and sold our produce at market, too. My earliest memories are of
working in the fields. In addition to field work, I helped with raising and
butchering livestock.
When my family moved closer to the city we still raised and perserved much of
our own food. Through high school I woke early in the morning to tend the
animals. Cultivating our extensive gardens was a regular duty. Also, I come
from a union family. My parents and most of my six brothers and sisters have
been, or are, union members (myself included).
What I have done as a housing developer I accomplished with the resources of
a working person. I was a hospitality industry worker for 22 years. I left
the field last year to dedicate myself full-time to my housing projects.
What will I do for the working class as a City Council member? I believe that
there is great dignity in labor. I respect anyone who labors to earn their
bread. I feel it is the responsibility of government to ensure all citizens
certain, unalienable rights. From City Council I will help create safe,
affordable housing for workers. I will work to supply quality services to
their homes, businesses and neighborhoods. I will help create economic
opportunities for those who need them most. I will be a representative who
understands the trials and rewards of hard work.
I hope this answers your question.
Yours,
Robert Lilligren
Candidate for City Council
Ward 8, Phillips West
www.VoteRobert.com
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