Opinion

For DuPage County Board District 4, Republican: McBride

Posted January 19, 2010 10:00 pm

Four years ago, Jerry "JR" McBride surprised many when he won the Republican nomination for a seat on the DuPage County Board, his candidacy boosted by an endorsement from State's Attorney Joe Birkett.

During his term representing District 4, McBride of Glen Ellyn often has stood among the minority, opposing the board president and his supporters on behalf of his constituents.

He is again seeking the party nod, this time opposed by Brad Webb of Glen Ellyn in his first political bid.

We'd like Webb to have a greater understanding of how the board works as well as a deeper knowledge of current and recent issues. McBride, a backer of the county's new campaign ethics regulations, favors reviews of the donation limits and supports making it easier for the public to know which businesses are working with the county. He demonstrates a strong sense of direction for DuPage.

He understands what his district needs as well as the possibilities and limitations of county government. McBride is endorsed.

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