To the Editor:

I’m delighted to write this letter to support Dina Shaw’s candidacy for Princeton Council. I’ve known Dina for over 40 years and have been in close touch with her throughout the nearly two decades she’s lived in Princeton. I can say with unequivocal confidence that Dina is committed to continuously improving Princeton, and will bring a fresh voice and deep passion to the challenges our town faces in the coming years.

Dina’s professional success in finance, executive recruiting, and most recently as an entrepreneur, was in large part due to her laser focus on identifying opportunities, building constituencies, and achieving outcomes others may see as unattainable. Generous with her time and her ideas, Dina does not play political games, nor does she seek the limelight.

Dina has applied that same passion to advocating for so many of the things that make life in our town so unique. Her work leading the Littlebrook and John Witherspoon PTO’s created the type of extracurricular experiences that attract new families to our school system. Her role on the Princeton Public Library Board enhances student education and adult enrichment programs that only Princeton can offer. During her campaign for a seat on Princeton Council, Dina has also focused on the needs of our underserved communities, the role of local business owners in creating a vibrant downtown experience, and opportunities to drive closer synergies with the University. Her “big tent” mentality will welcome all Princetonians to participate in our future while strengthening our shared civic responsibility.

My family, like many we’ve met, moved to Princeton because of the quality of life so unique to this very special town. Dina Shaw understands that the things we treasure about Princeton cannot be taken for granted; they require professional and effective management. As a member of Princeton Council, Dina’s proven effectiveness, inclusive management style, and passion for our town will contribute to an ever-improving Princeton. Please join me in supporting her candidacy for Princeton Council.

Drew M. Nuland
Woods Way