Too many politicians have forgotten the true meaning of public service.  I am fortunate to have grown up in a family that has been dedicated to this cause.  Their example has contributed to my desire to continue this family tradition.

I have dedicated this campaign to my family members who have led me on this path, especially my grandfather, Earl Landy, who passed away a few years ago.

Earl Landy was a brave man who would not run away from challenges.  When Nazi Germany

declared war on his country and his Jewish faith, my grandfather rose to defend both.  As a

Captain in the United States Army, and a physician, he was dedicated to helping wounded and

dying soldiers during the landing on the beaches of Normandy. His unit later was involved with

the early discovery of the Jewish concentration camps—images he could never erase from his

memory.  He was honored for his bravery with a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star.

The desire to serve our country comes from both sides of my family.  My paternal grandfather, Raymond Goberville, was a Marine and served in the Nicaraguan conflict at the age of 16.  When his age was discovered, he was sent home and discharged.  He would have to wait until 1942, when he reenlisted in the Navy to fight in World War II.  While he deeply missed his wife and four children, he knew America was counting on his service.  His journey led him to the Pacific Theater where he served on the destroyer USS Woodward.  In 1944, his vessel was caught in a typhoon that destroyed five sister ships.  I can remember how proud he was of his service as he watched “Victory at Sea,” as he observed the reenactment of his destroyer in the midst of artillery fire.

My parents were also an inspiration.  My father, Dr. Thomas Goberville, is an orthopedic surgeon.  He’s a graduate of the University of Notre Dame—where he was the starting tight end for the Fighting Irish football team—and Northwestern University Medical School.  Empowered by his love for helping others, he still works a 12 to 14 hour day.  My mother is a former high school English teacher, and also taught art class at the Boca Museum.  She is currently a Realtor, and she loves the happiness she witnesses as people realize their dream of homeownership.

My family’s public service motivates me to also serve my community.  They

have shown me that I can make a difference in the world around me.  Once

I am elected, I plan to roll up my sleeves and begin the challenge of ending the

political gridlock caused by partisanship.  I want to serve all the people,

regardless of political affiliation.  My family has taught me to be a hard worker,

good listener, and they have shown me the value of remembering the greater

cause.  Governing should be about the people—not about politics.  I am

dedicated to bringing renewed hope to our community.  We can do this by

ending the political stalemate and by changing the status quo.  Together, I am

confident we can bring a better tomorrow!

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