Silberstein has proven track record
Editor, Townsman:
I have only known Debbie Silberstein for three years, but in that time I have gained a great deal respect for her. From the first Andover School Committee meeting I attended, my immediate impression of was that she really cares. Silberstein values public input, listens attentively and makes informed decisions. I learned that she stands her ground and was clearly not willing to compromise. It was clear she made decisions that were in the best interest of the education of Andover students.
Over the last three years, I learned of Silberstein's extensive involvement in the community. She founded the first townwide PTO and served as president, served for four years on the Andover Finance Committee, six years on the School Committee, 10 years on Andover's Council for Aging, was a founding member of the Andover Youth Foundation, and much more. Her dedication to the community cannot be questioned. I once asked Silberstein how much time she dedicated to her position on the School Committee. She told me that on average she put in around 15-20 hours per week, more during budget and contract negotiation times. She said a person could do it in less time, but she wanted to do it right. She managed to serve the Andover community while running a successful law practice and at the same time, earning a doctorate in social policy from Brandeis University.
A lot of people say "we need change" and that they want to help to enact that change. Silberstein has shown, by her years of service to the community, that she makes a difference and truly cares about the people in our community. Silberstein is not a career politician. She is just an extremely dedicated community activist who has the intelligence and passion to be successful in whatever she sets out to do. I know she will bring that passion and dedication that she has already exemplified in her past achievements when elected to the State Senate serving the people of Andover, Dracut, Lawrence and Tewksbury.
Dan Kowalski
24 Enfield Drive
