To the Editor:

Since 1991 I have considered myself a resident of Princeton, not of Princeton Township or of Princeton Borough. Honestly, I never got it — the donut and the hole never made sense to me. It seemed like a waste of time, of money, and of energy. Now that we are One Princeton I am looking to elect council representatives who are fully committed to a consolidated Princeton.

I believe Sue Nemeth and Bernie Miller are those representatives. They are good listeners, who are available and accessible. They understand the wisdom of compromise. They are willing to say yes but also have the strength to say no. Sue and Bernie balance sharp intellects with practical common sense. They are committed to enhancing Princeton’s business district and to strengthening its neighborhoods.

I encourage Princeton voters to support Sue Nemeth and Bernie Miller in the primary election this June.

John J. Burns, M.D.

Baldwin Lane

To the Editor:

I enthusiastically support Bernie Miller and Sue Nemeth for Princeton Council and wish to congratulate them on their strong showing at the PCDO candidates’ debate and poll on March 30, and the Democratic Committee vote the following evening. As the top two vote-getters, they have earned favorable ballot placement and the use of the party banner in the primary election on June 3.

Bernie and Sue have been making the case very clearly that it is time for Princeton to move forward as one town, leaving old divisions behind, and finally working (twice as strong) to face our challenges and promote a robust future. One of the best examples of their problem-solving skills, is the way they negotiated the Princeton Ridge development while serving together on Township Committee. They worked with the environmental community, the developer, and nearby residents to craft a compromise solution which resulted in a scaled back version of what was originally proposed, and created an open space preserve in the process. They did this by listening to and respecting all parties, and working for the benefit of all of Princeton.

I am confident that with this kind of leadership, we can finish the task of consolidation and move on to meet the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Bernie and Sue will promote an atmosphere of respect on Princeton Council. They will encourage thoughtful debate, followed by decisive action and political resolve. Please join me in voting for Miller and Nemeth on June 3.

Margaret Griffin

Park Place