Sun
Jul 1 2012
07:57 pm

Dear Friends and Supporters,

I have run a very positive campaign. My campaign has remained focused on the issues and my qualifications for the office. Competing against a powerful incumbent is a huge task. Over the course of the campaign, I have raised several thousand dollars from everyday small donors who share the belief in my platform of fair assessments. Surprisingly, the amount that I have raised is significantly more than the incumbent reported on her 1st Quarter campaign disclosure. I have worked hard to intelligently spend those critical donations in order to get my message out; however I still have much work to do, and I need your help to finish the job.

As I write you this letter, early voting is only 13 days away. With that said, I would like to thank every person who has already contributed to my campaign. I am humbled by your support of me, a first-time candidate for office. Your donations have helped fuel the campaign from the very beginning to achieve our very competitive position. A recent poll has me up 20 points over Teresa Kirkham (59% Morgan, 37% Kirkham, 3% Robinette).

Like you, I know that we cannot become complacent. We all know that Teresa Kirkham is gearing up for her advertising campaign. We know she is willing to spend whatever it takes to fight for re-election, and we know—through her own admission—that her assessments are 30% higher than they should be. I am committed to standing strong for the people of Roane County; however, I will need your help to match her deep pockets and those of her allies who have become entrenched through 20 years of political favors. Teresa’s favorite campaign phrase is, “I’ve been good to you, haven’t I?” It is my belief that the Roane County Property Assessor should be fair to everyone, not just good to her supporters.

It’s time for change. I am counting on your help. This week I need donations of $100, $25 or even $5 to keep the positive momentum going. Together we can win back the Property Assessor’s office for the people of Roane County. I strongly believe that Roane County is in need of fair property assessments, and I am fully committed for that to be my primary objective once in office.

Please send all donations to: David Morgan for Property Assessor, 102 Village Trace Unit 11, Kingston, TN 37763. You can also give me a call at 376-9453, and I’ll be glad to come by and see you.

Thank you in advance for your continued support. I encourage you to forward this email to your friends, neighbors and family members. Time is critical and victory is within reach.

Respectfully,

David

David Morgan for Roane County Property Assessor
It's time for a change. Fair Property Assessments for everyone.
fairpropertyassessments.com | 865-376-9453

Qualifications

My campaign has remained focused on the issues and my qualifications for the office.

What qualifications does Mr. Morgan possess? I couldn't locate them on his website, but I didn't read every word either. I see that he has a couple of degrees, but they don't really apply to property. Has he worked in real estate somewhere? Has he taken the initiative to take property assessing training courses in anticipation of being elected?

In Fairness

Mr. Morgan has far more credentials than Ms. Kirkham had when she took office. The job is a management position and the state provides 300 hours of instruction to Assessors once they are elected. Morgan has a technical degree and a management post graduate degree and experience running a budget ten times the size of the Assessor's office.

I have those qualifications.

I have those qualifications. I even worked at White Stores too. For some reason I think a background in property assessing, surveying, or real estate is necessary or should be.

I am not debating Teresa's qualifications or lack thereof. I am trying to find out if David has anything that puts him above and beyond the others.

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