#nwindiana GOP Candidates unite for election - breaking

In an unprecedented move, David Bengs and Joyce Webster have released a joint letter this morning asking for unified support of them both. Joyce posted the letter here. I really can't get a solid feel for whether this move solidifies Bengs' support by widening the base outside of Valpo, or helps Joyce pick up a few more Valpo voters who were concerned Dave would get left out.

"... In this vein we have come to a mutual agreement to back each other. We will work hard to win the chair, but the winner on Saturday hereby agrees to immediately nominate the loser for vice chair. We really do want to work together. The election process has been great, and raised debates worthy of all your efforts and attention. We were both concerned that the election had a chance to turn negative or hurtful, and that isn’t what we want or any of you want.

We therefore ask that you follow our agreement and vote with us. You make the decision who you want for chair, it’s an important decision, and then join us in affirming then whomever loses with the vice chairmanship."

There have been rumors of deals, and additional candidates for chair or vice, by noon today those are really all eliminated. A big question then is what will Valerie Kubacki, our own Republicans Rock, do? She has been the administrative glue for the last couple years, and I for one would like to see her officially on the team ... perhaps as our Secretary? Valerie, what is your plan?

Both candidates have been given writing privelges on this site, and I hope they will put some actions behind their words about technology and engagement.