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Los Angeles County, CA November 2, 2004 Election
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Why should you vote for me?

By Matt Dinolfo, MD

Candidate for Councilmember; City of Santa Monica

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To explain the unique abilities and perspective that I would bring to the Santa Monica City Council.
Through my work in the medical community I have been established as a proven leader and consensus-builder. I have the ability to engage disparate parties around a table and bring them to agreement. I am a practical, focused person who can reliably identify the critical issue at hand and drive the group to a solution. I am driven by a commitment to review all aspects of each issue in an equitable way, and base my determinations on all the data. I am thoughtful, deliberate, responsible, and I represent a more moderate point of view. I believe that these qualities are essential to forming an effective, responsive governing body, and are currently lacking in our City Council.

In addition to my contribution to the City Council in terms of leadership, I also bring a unique background and perspective. Being a physician will allow me to better prepare the city for the impact of opening two major medical centers. It will allow me to critically evaluate social programs and medical assistance programs for our elderly, indigent, and homeless populations. I have many years' experience in all aspects of financial management, and a proven ability to design and execute long-range strategies. Through my commitment to the public schools, I will strengthen the relationship between the City Council and the School District. These skills will work to better the community for all of our residents.

Finally, electing me throws open a door for other people, of other backgrounds, who have the same commitment to the city that I have but have been discouraged from seeking public office.

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