by Nathan Rusk, Corvallis
My name is Nathan Rusk, I am writing today to address the lies that have been spread about my father Wayne in the height of his race against Theresa Manzella for SD44. Aside from obviously being supportive of my dad in his venture to represent the north valley, I have mostly viewed this race from a distance. But Manzella has now personally affected me as well as my family and friends in the wake of her hateful campaigning. This comes in the form of a defaming mailer that was delivered to the home of my best friend of over 8 years. (who by the way does not live within SD44). As I’m sure most of you know, this mailer; (paid for by Bob Kubiak) calls out events of my family’s past from almost 11 years ago; most of which are either complete lies, or misconstrued and misinterpreted facts; and attached is a supportive ad for Senator Manzella. And it leads me to ask; does Manzella and company seriously believe that by strategically sending this mailer to my best friend’s family (as well as other out of district homes), it’s going to encourage them to turn against the good man my dad has already proved himself to be? I think not. This a pitiful, last ditch attempt to win this race. This is how his opponent and a select number of her followers choose to present themselves.
Also, Mr Kubiak seems to have an unhealthy obsession with my father, to the point where his life’s mission is to assassinate his good character. He has allowed Wayne to have such an impact on him that he went out and pulled lies out of thin air and presented them to the valley out of his own pocket. Seems a bit over the top doesn’t it? He claims to be a devout christian while committing some of the most unchristian acts I have ever witnessed. I would also like to say for the record that my sister and I received one of the greatest childhoods anyone could ever ask for, and I credit it all to the two incredible people that I have the pleasure to call Mom and Dad.
To the undecided voters of SD44 and beyond, I urge you to look beyond the hate and misinformation that is being spread by my father’s opponent and a portion of her followers, and I can guarantee that your decision will become crystal clear. As well as having sound politics, my father lives his life with the utmost respect for others, thoughtfulness in his actions, and thankfulness for every opportunity that has been presented to him. These are all traits which we desperately need in our elected officials; and these are all traits Manzella appears to have lost in her extreme agendas; both politically and personally.
Finally to you Senator Manzella, this campaign has shown that your politics are not sound and will not win you this race. Allowing Kubiak to attach himself and his mailer to your campaign is your biggest blunder yet. And the voters of this valley are already seeing that. And their decision on June 4th will reflect that.