BOW, WASHINGTON - Rylee Fleury, a 26-year-old third-generation resident of Bow, Washington, has officially announced his candidacy for Skagit County Commissioner, District 1. Fleury's campaign platform centers on a return to strict constitutional governance and fiscal responsibility.
"We don't need to change our government, we need to uphold it," states Fleury, summarizing his core campaign message.
Background and Experience
Fleury brings a unique blend of local roots and diverse experience to his candidacy. His background includes:
- Farming in Skagit County
- Business management
- Foreign evangelism in Africa
- Teaching the U.S. Constitution locally for the past three years
This combination gives him a distinctive perspective on local governance and global issues affecting the community.
Campaign Platform
Fleury's campaign is built on several key principles:
- Strict adherence to constitutional governance
- Fiscal responsibility
- Transparency in local government
- Protection of individual rights
- Sensible approach to local development and environmental issues
Key Issues
Fleury's campaign focuses on several critical issues facing Skagit County:
- Election Integrity: Ensuring transparent and fair elections in the county.
- Fiscal Responsibility: Advocating for privatization of certain government functions to reduce costs and lower taxes.
- Housing Affordability: Proposing looser building codes to potentially lower construction costs by up to 30%.
- Wildlife Management: Opposing the reintroduction of grizzly bears due to safety concerns for communities and livestock.
- Government Accountability: Calling for proper filing of oaths and bonds by elected officials, and questioning the current governance structure of the county.
Recent Achievements
Fleury has already made a mark in local politics:
- Stood out as a highlight speaker at the Skagit Valley Farm Bureau candidate forum among 28 candidates from across Washington State.
- Received the Patriotic Achievement Award for his dedication to constitutional principles and active community involvement.
Vision for Skagit County
Fleury envisions a Skagit County where:
- The rule of law is strictly upheld
- Government operates with full transparency
- Fiscal responsibility drives decision-making
- Individual rights are protected
- Local development balances growth with environmental concerns
"It's time to sweep out those who have failed to uphold their oaths and operate within the bounds of the law," Fleury asserts. "We can restore integrity to our local government without changing the core principles that have guided our nation since its inception."
About Rylee Fleury
Rylee Fleury is a 26-year-old third-generation resident of Bow, Washington. He has experience in farming, business, and foreign evangelism, and has been teaching the U.S. Constitution locally for the past three years. Fleury is running for Skagit County Commissioner, District 1, on a platform of constitutional governance and fiscal responsibility.
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