Wednesday, October 10, 2007

Speculation: The Quiet Race

This year, there are very competitive races throughout the top of the ticket, along with those for the Council. However, one race that hasn't gained much attention is the race for City Treasurer between Republican incumbent Dan Jowdy and Democrat Brian Cotter.

Jowdy was elected Treasurer in 2003 by nearly 2,000 votes. He earned re-election is 2005 by a little more than 1,000 votes. Cotter was a former member of the Board of Education and Democratic Town Committee. He is also an attorney.

Now, at many community events, such as the festivals in the late summer and early fall, Jowdy has made a good presence. From what I see, Cotter has not made the presence that Jowdy has. For example, I haven't seen one lawn sign for him. However, that does not mean that he isn't out there. He may be doing many behind the scenes work, connecting with voters one on one.

Jowdy does have many lawn signs out, and is definitely known throughout the city. Cotter does have an ad on the News-Times website, but that's about as much as I've seen. Something interesting to note is that I've noticed a decent number of lawn signs for Jowdy at houses with Democratic signs, just a to see his wide range of support.

One thing is for sure, this race is not going to get really any attention. It's being overshadowed by the races for Town and City Clerk, along with the race for Mayor. It should be interesting what comes out, but truthfully I don't see how Cotter could pull off a win. But hey -- who knows?

9 comments:

Anonymous said...

The fact this is post ran and there was no coverage of what happened over the past day is revealing to some people...

Anonymous said...

We'll definitely see JOWDY BACK IN NOVEMBER! Good luck Dan!

6 votes from this supporting family!

Anonymous said...

Cotter signs went out the other night. Possibly (4) out? - He hit the Westville, Starr Avenue, Deer Hill sections...that's about it.

Anonymous said...

Sounds to me that COTTER was hooked at the last minute into running for treasurer on the Democratic ticket.

Did Cotter really understand what campaigning was all about?

Anonymous said...

Our votes are with Danny Jowdy, a well accomplished man, well liked in the community but mainly a lifelong friend.

*VOTE JOWDY FOR TREASURER*

Anonymous said...

Cotter doesn't have a chance.

Anonymous said...

Vote Jowdy!!!

Anonymous said...

Daniel Jowdy has helped this community in more ways than one. Let's recognize that on November 6th!

Anonymous said...

We're immigrants and have voted for Mark Boughton in the past. He, and his whole team will get our 4 votes again this year. Well done Mayor Boughton and the whole Republican Team.