Former BG trustee behind Hartstein

I know Elliott Hartstein. I have known Elliott Hartstein for 30 years, for three decades. For four of the 12 years I served as an elected Village Trustee in Buffalo Grove, Elliott was Village President. In fact, in 1999, I was his only opponent for Village President, when Elliott was first elected as Village President of Buffalo Grove. I have lobbied in Springfield on behalf of Buffalo Grove with Elliott.

I have also known Elliott personally for three decades. Our daughters, now mothers, were in Brownies together. I have known and observed Elliott in his role as a member of the Stevenson High School board. I have known and observed Elliott as the founding President of the Northwest Suburban JCC. I have known and observed Elliott in his role as President of the Northwest Municipal Council and as a member of the Executive Board of the Lake County Municipal League, as a Vice President of the Illinois Municipal League. He is the right person at the right time to represent us in Springfield.

Even as his opponent in 1999, my opinion of him did not change. He is, and has always been, a "mensch." He is one good, one nice guy. He has an incredible understanding of Illinois state government, and will have a very small, if any, learning curve.

Elliott listens. While I have at times disagreed with Elliott on issues, I have always found Elliott anxious to understand, and yes consider, other opinions, and more than willing to modify his position after hearing others. He is exactly the type of person that you would want representing you in Springfield.

Finally, while I can't remember the last time that I took a Democratic Ballot in a primary, I will do so to vote for Elliott Hartstein. I respectfully request that you consider joining me.

Brian Rubin

Buffalo Grove