Carbon County is an area full of historical significance, natural beauty and a strength that exudes from the mountainous terrain. From the early struggles of the pioneer settlers, to the Molly McGuires and the birth of the labor movement, Carbon County has always been a place for honest and hardworking people, working families who are not looking for a handout, but for an opportunity to work. Throughout my life I've listened to and have seen firsthand the rugged tenacity of a strong people with their values focused on God, family, friends, and country. As a homeowner and taxpayer, I know the struggles of working families.

Employed in the trucking industry since 1996, my hard work ethic and honesty earned me the position of manager of 100 employees. This experience provided me ample opportunity to collaborate with many different types of people to achieve a common goal. I understand the hardships that come along with putting in long hours to provide for my family. Currently, I am working as a consultant in the trucking industry. This position utilizes my accumulated knowledge and experience to help my clients to work more efficiently and to save money.

The 122nd Legislative district is unique in that it is one of a few districts in which the district is made up entirely of a single county. With this comes opportunities and responsibilities.

As your representative, I'd like to take the experience and values that I have learned being a family and working man to Harrisburg. I want to focus on creating jobs, something that is needed in times like these, lowering taxes and reforming the corruption that has plagued Harrisburg.

I pledge to stay committed and focused on the needs of our families. Too many times the person elected to represent you tends to become disconnected from the everyday needs of the people they were sent to represent. That is why I have made it a priority, when I am your representative, to maintain the three district offices that currently operate within the county.

During the next couple of months leading up to the election, you will hear more from me and see me out around the county at different events. Please take a moment to let me know the concerns that you have for your family, for the area, and for the country.

Times like these call for strong representation, for a strong individual who is willing to work for the communities of Carbon County. I believe that I am that person, and if you honor me with your vote I promise to live up to the expectations you have of the person you choose to represent you.

Doyle Heffley