New politics needed

Last night, I heard for the first time 44th Assembly District candidate Adam Murray speak.

He looks like a 21-year-old young Republican until he opens his mouth.

I was impressed and more so after reading his bio on his Web site (www.murray2006.com).

There are fine Democratic candidates in this race, ones I've given money to, but none who are in agreement with all my issues, except for Murray.

I'm through with politics as usual with the status quo. I thank all the Democratic candidates for their determination to publicly serve us and I'll be voting for Adam Murray June 6.

Libby Breen

Altadena

Wants more `Murray'

Your characterization of Anthony Portantino's opponent in the state race, Adam Murray, as merely a "Los Angeles attorney" does not tell the full story.

Murray has been endorsed by labor rights groups such as the United Farm Workers, and active progressive groups like the Pasadena Chapter of Democracy for America.

Murray also teaches economics at East Los Angeles College.

He is exactly the charismatic leader the district needs in Sacramento.

He certainly deserves more than such short shrift.

I look forward to broader and deeper coverage of this race, and of Murray, than you have hitherto offered.

Susan Zieger
Pasadena