Supporting Tennessen for council
I first met David Tennessen in 1999. As a lifelong Camarillo resident and local business owner, I’ve watched this community grow and change, and I’ve had the opportunity to serve alongside David in both the Rotary Club of Camarillo Sunrise and on the Camarillo Family YMCA Board of Managers.
David’s service to Camarillo didn’t begin with a campaign. He genuinely loves this place. Long before he ever ran for city council, David was giving his time, energy and leadership to this community.
He served Camarillo honorably as its police chief, volunteered with local service organizations, served on nonprofit boards and helped raise money for organizations that make our community stronger.
I’ve seen his commitment firsthand for decades. There were no campaign
signs and no ballots involved. It was simply David serving the community he loves. Any candidate can talk about community service during an election. Greater value should be placed on a record that was built quietly over decades, long before seeking public office.
I have known David for more than 25 years. I know his character, his work ethic and his genuine affection for Camarillo. His record of service speaks for itself. While he has solid convictions and values, I have noticed that he is able to hear everyone’s voice with respect and careful consideration. This is something we desperately need in our leadership today.
That is why I am proud to support David Tennessen for another four years on the Camarillo City Council.
Scott Packham, Camarillo
Healthcare crisis coming soon
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has a dangerous new rule beginning Oct. 22 that will threaten the healthcare of millions of Americans. The rule, “Indefinite Suspension of the De Minimis Exemption for Mail Shipments,” will effectively end Americans’ ability to personally import their prescription medicines.
Importing prescription drugs from licensed international pharmacies is the only lifeline for seniors on limited incomes, people with high-deductible health plans, and the uninsured. That’s why CBP and the FDA have allowed it for decades. Due to the much lower cost of medications in Canada and other countries, imported medicine is their only option.
Many imported drugs can be less than half the U.S. price. These necessary medicines prevent blood clots, treat diabetes, and much more. This CBP rule will cut off access to the only affordable prescription drugs for millions, and that will lead to unnecessary harm and preventable deaths.
I ask readers to immediately call or write our Senators and U.S. Representatives and demand they stop CBP from implementing any rule-making that restricts Americans from importing personal-use prescription drugs from licensed pharmacies in Canada or other countries.
Michael Schwartz, Ventura
This article originally appeared on Ventura County Star: Camarillo council endorsement, dangerous U.S. Customs rule | Letters
