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Supervisor Steve Kinsey says he won't run again
Supervisor Steve Kinsey sent this email message to his supporters today, informing them of his decision not to seek another term in 2016. Other than Alex Eastman Brown, no other candidates have indicated they intend to run for the seat Kinsey will be vacating.
I am writing to you today for one simple reason. You have been an important contributor to my success and effectiveness during my nineteen years of service as a member of the Marin County Board of Supervisors. Next week, I will publicly announce that I will not be seeking re-election. Before the official word hits the street, I wanted you to know that I have treasured this opportunity to represent an amazing part of the planet, in a community that has long been committed to civic excellence.
Though I will not stand for election next year, I am as dedicated to my job today as I was when I took office, and I intend to work hard on efforts that matter to our community all the way to the finish line.
Politics is a not a job; it is a way of life. To be effective, it requires significant time, patience, determination, and creativity. Mostly, a politician benefits from listening closely to others to help them to realize their ambitions or address concerns they see. You have helped me enormously in this work and I will be forever grateful for that.
When next year draws to a close, I will look forward to catching my breath, looking around, and charting my next leg of life’s journey. I know it will be richer because of the opportunity this responsibility has provided.
Steve Kinsey