It was a privilege to participate in the political process as a candidate for State Senate Seat 22 and I appreciate the opportunity to meet so many wonderful people and make so many new friends in doing so.  I want to thank all the people inside and outside the district, those known to me and those not known, who thought the cause was great enough to support my candidacy in whatever way they did.  Whether it was simply by voting for me or by doing something more demonstrative like putting a bumper sticker on their car, placing a sign in their yard, contributing money or time or anything else, my family and I are deeply grateful.

I congratulate Senator Warren Giese on winning the primary.  He is a worthy opponent whom I respect and I support him fully as the Republican candidate for State Senate District 22.  I have offered to help him on anyway he wishes.  Regardless of any differences we have, I would urge anyone who would be influenced by my opinion to vote to re-elect Senator Giese in November.    

Rusty DePass