Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Monday, August 18, 2008
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Thursday, June 19, 2008
Richter qualifies today to be your Representative in Dist 72
2008 General Election State Representative District 72
Keith S. Richter Republican
Status: Qualified
Date Filed: 08/17/2007
Date Qualified: 06/19/2008
Method: Paid Qualifying Fee
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Wednesday, June 18, 2008
A Personal Endorsement
I first met Keith Richter when I moved to Lehigh Acres in 2001. Between the upheaval in my personal life and the national headlines, it was a very transformational time.
My eighth grade math teacher that year was Mr. Keith Richter. From the moment you walked into Mr. Richter's classroom, you knew he was a man serious about giving his students a quality education. He was employing technology years ahead of its time in order to help his students fully grasp puzzling mathematical concepts.
Besides being an excellent teacher, Mr. Richter was also the kind of man you could ask for advice on a personal level. Being new to the area with the whole world buzzing around me, I had a lot of questions. Mr. Richter had all the answers. He inspired me to strive higher, perform better, and make the best of my natural abilities. I wasn't a special case, as this was routine among all his students.
Mr. Richter also played a pivotal role in spurring my current interest in politics. The day I turned 18, I registered to vote and have participated in every election since then. He always made the point that voting was one of our most precious rights as Americans. He didn't just command blind patriotism, he explained why and how to be a proud American citizen. Being a U.S. Marine, he knows all about it.
Keith Richter is more than a math teacher, he is a mentor, an inspiration, and an all around great guy to be around. He has the character to put everyone at ease and the intellect to teach people something new. More than that, he also has an open mind and is always listening to new ideas. All of these traits are severely lacking in Tallahassee these days. District 72 would be well served with the election of Keith Richter.
Keith has a lifelong record of service and is now taking it to another level with this election. He has always turned down personal gain for the chance to make a difference. He could have been making more money with his talents outside the Marines, but he went the route of service. He could have been making more when he was a middle school teacher, but he saw the opportunity to positively influence young lives. Now, he is sacrificing once again to run for this seat in the Florida House of Representatives.
He has the ability to cross party lines in order to get work done for all voters in District 72, from Arcadia to Punta Gorda to Lehigh Acres and everyone in between. He doesn't have any agenda or special interest other than the people. He isn't your run of the mill politician, he is a public servant through and through. Because of this, I am proud to personally endorse Mr. Keith Richter for District 72's Florida House of Representatives seat.
James Crews
Political advertisement paid for and approved by Keith Richter, Republican for State House, District 72
Friday, June 13, 2008
New Campaign Manager for Team Richter
My initial affiliation with Keith Richter had nothing to do with politics. It was related to my business at a time where I was in desperate need of assistance due to my computers and server being tampered with causing them all to crash. Keith Richter was recommended to me as an IT specialist and I quickly realized the merit of this man. Mr. Richter helped me and my business professionally using his IT capabilities to rebuild my server and computers and get my business up and running. He understood not only the complexities as an IT specialist but also as a human being in giving assistance to someone – a total stranger - in their time of need. He neither requested nor received monetary compensation except for costs he expended on my behalf, all because he has a heart and helping people is what he does best.
I am neither a Democrat nor a Republican - I am a registered Independent Voter because I vote for the person who I believe should be in office. . I have come to know Keith Richter and personally know the many things he has done and continues to do for so many people – not because of what he can get back or how it looks but because it is in his nature to do for other people. I know the voters can use someone like that in office. There is no doubt in my mind that Keith Richter should be voted into office by every person who wants someone actually representing and doing for them instead of just being given lip service. I think most people are tired of politicians who are wonderful at passing out their cards and themselves in order to get voted into office but aren’t there for the people when they really need assistance and representation.
When asked if I would be willing to assist Keith Richter as Campaign Manager due to the illness of his present Campaign Manager I did hesitate. My concern in accepting the position as Campaign Manager for Mr. Richter was that my Independent voting status may in some way harm his standing as a candidate and that I was not an expert in such matters. It is my hope that my voting status as an Independent voter will make other voters in District 72 realize that Keith Richter is a good man who is really for all of the people and, as such, the only sound choice as candidate State Representative.
Political advertisement paid for and approved by Keith Richter, Republican for State House, District 72
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
A Time for Change
UPDATE: TOWN HALL MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELED DO TO SCHEDULING ISSUES.
Town Hall Meeting at American Legion Post #323 - A Time for Change
There will be a town hall meeting with your candidate for the Florida State House Representative for District 72, Keith Richter on Feb 13, 2008 at 6:30 pm
Come and ask Keith any questions, concerns, and complaints you have regarding Lehigh Acres and District 72, he will give you his best educated answer.
No admission, but refreshments will be served. The time will be at 6:30 at American Legion Post #323 1124 Ashlar Ave
Keith is a disabled military Veteran that has served this proud nation is a Marine.
Keith is rurally raised with family first values and has been locally educated form elementary to university.
Keith is a true family man, been married over 20 years and has three children.
Keith plans to actually represent the people that put him in State House.
Keith will work on a regular schedule with the other elected officials, local or state wide, civic leaders and groups of citizens to sort out the problems we can solve, and make compressive locally originated plans for growth and emergency preparedness.
Richter says he believes leadership on a different scale is the key to this race for citizens in District 72. With growth, taxation and insurance issues evident in all media coverage in Florida constantly, Richter says he believes he can be an effective part of the state legislative team that will work hard toward providing a brighter – and better – tomorrow.
Keith promises Leadership on a different scale.
Please contact Richter’s campaign staff if you have any questions prior to the meeting by emailing campaign@richterforflorida.com
For more information see www.richterforflorida.com or call Keith Richter’s campaign staff at 239-822-9300
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Thursday, January 24, 2008
Richter Supports Amendment 1
Voting for amendment is supported
http://www.lehighacrescitizen.com/Letters/articles.asp?articleID=6250
To the Editor,
As a homeowner and a local business owner I can truly support the tax amendment on the Jan. 29 ballot that can help out so many people. This proposed amendment would double exemptions on primary homes to $50,000. It would put a 10 percent assessment cap on other properties, such as businesses, rentals and second homes.
The amendment would also let homeowners take at least part of the benefits they get from the existing 3 percent assessment cap on primary homes when they move. And it would give businesses a $25,000 exemption for equipment and other property.
This last Wednesday Gov. Charlie Crist urged voters to approve the proposed amendment that would cap property taxes while providing cuts for most homeowners, saying the change will boost the state’s real estate market and local economies.
“It’s about giving people the freedom to move, the freedom to go to another home,” Crist said of homeowners who feel trapped in their homes because of high property taxes. “You know what that will do to the real estate market in Florida? I tell you, it will ignite it.”
Keith Richter
Lehigh Acres
Political advertisement paid for and approved by Keith Richter, Republican for State House, District 72
Sunday, January 20, 2008
Tallahassee is Broken!
The voters need a candidate who represents conservative values, builds bipartisan support and signals change for a restless electorate. I am your candidate for District 72. I am not a politician, rather a public servant.
My platform is simple .... Leadership on a different scale.
As a Marine, Richter asks everyone to join the Surge of Support for our troops. Visit one or more these organizations and send your support to our military men and women who are making such tremendous sacrifices for the safety of all Americans.
America Supports You "America Supports You," a nationwide program launched by the Department of Defense, recognizes citizens' support for our military men and women and communicates that support to members of our Armed Forces at home and abroad. America Supports You spotlights what Americans are doing all across the land, encourages others to join the team, and allows all to tell their stories by giving voice and visibility to their efforts.
The Fisher House The Fisher House™ program is a unique private-public partnership that supports America's military in their time of need. The program recognizes the special sacrifices of our men and women in uniform and the hardships of military service by meeting a humanitarian need beyond that normally provided by the Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs.
Operation Shoebox Operation Shoebox was founded in 2003 in an effort to send support, snacks and much needed personal care items to our troops deployed outside of the USA and we encourage citizens to support their fighting men and women deployed overseas in these dangerous times.
Operation Thank You Operation Thank You is an outreach ministry of the So Help Me God Project, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that inspires faith, promotes patriotism, and supports our troops by providing inspirational and patriotic resources and programs that honor God, country, servicemembers, veterans, and military families. We are a proud member of America Supports You, a nationwide program launched by the Department of Defense to recognize citizens' support of our military men and women at home and abroad.
Packages from Home Packages From Home provides a way for you to Support Our Troops by donating goods for gift packages to remind troops that Americans support them; donating funds to defray mailing costs; or by volunteering your time to wrap and mail gift packages to deployed troops serving overseas.
A Soldier's Wish List A Soldier's Wish List (ASWL) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established to support our troops who are serving overseas. We are involved with troopers deployed in Iraq, Afghanistan, Kuwait, Kosovo, South Korea and Qatar. Our goal is to fulfill the wishes of our troops to the best of our abilities. This is our small way of letting our brave troopers know that we care about them and appreciate their sacrifices.
USO Care Packages The United Service Organizations, Inc. (USO) is enlisting support of individuals around the world to support the troops through Operation USO Care Package. These packages are being delivered to members of the U.S. Armed Forces deployed around the world to show them they have not been forgotten and to provide a "touch of home." Many people have called and emailed with their suggestions for organizations also worthy of your support. We encourage you to visit them as well and help show your support for our Armed Forces.
Freedom Alliance The Mission of Freedom Alliance is to advance the American heritage of freedom by honoring and encouraging military service, defending the sovereignty of the United States and promoting a strong national defense.
Homefront America Homefront America, Inc., is an "all volunteer" 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization comprised of military service members, veterans, their spouses, and families who understand the hardships and challenges of our military families that are left behind when a service member is away serving our country.
Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund The Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund provides financial assistance to: Marines injured in combat and in training ... to other service members injured while in direct support of Marine units ... to their families to help defray the expenses incurred during hospitalization, rehabilitation, and recovery. Our goal is to alleviate the financial burden placed on the family so that their focus can be on their loved one's recovery.
Political advertisement paid for and approved by Keith Richter, Republican for State House, District 72
Sunday, January 13, 2008
Vote Yes on 1!
SAVE OUR HOMES NOW
Wednesday, January 9, 2008
Early Voting Info for Jan 29th ballot
Early Voting will be from Monday, January 14, 2008 through Saturday, January 26, 2008. Early voting hours are Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and on Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. There is no early voting on Sunday.
East Lee County Regional Library (Meeting Room)
881 Gunnery Rd, Lehigh Acres
239-LEE-VOTE (239-533-8683)
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