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Saint Louis City, MO August 5, 2008 Election
Candidates Answer Questions on the Issues
State Representative; District 60; Democratic Party

The questions were prepared by the League of Women Voters of Saint Louis and asked of all candidates for this office.     See below for questions on Qualification, Priorities

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1. What are your Qualifications for Office? (50 word limit)

Answer from Jamilah Nasheed:

I have a lengthy history of working for the people and businesses of my district. I've been an activist, business owner and successful legislator. I know the people of the 60th district, their wants ans needs and strongly feel that I am the best candidate to serve them.

2. What plans do you have to address your top three priorities? (50 word limit)

Answer from Jamilah Nasheed:

I will work to build consensus and support for my approach to the hurdles facing everyday Missourians. I will continue to build on my successful legislative record by working to pass quality bills and organizing neighborhoods and the people that live in them to be effective advocates for valuable causes.

Responses to questions asked of each candidate are reproduced as submitted to the League.  Candidates' statements are presented as submitted. Word limits apply for each question. Direct references to opponents are not permitted.

The order of the candidates is random and changes daily. Candidates who did not respond are not listed on this page.

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