Dear Editor: House District 58 has a very clear difference between the candidates who are running to represent us in the coming years. First, we have Kathleen Curry, whose previous service as a representative for HD58, actively ranches, served as a successful advocate for Western Slope issues for years, and has actual experience working on the Colorado River Compact and water management for Upper Basin and the Western Slope. This is one of the most serious issues facing farmers, ranchers and urban and rural cities. The challenges are many, but what we need is someone who has the knowledge, actual experience, the passion and professionalism to work with the legislature to find solutions. That means she will reach across the aisle; has reached across the aisle to find solutions. Her opponent has said in previous posts that he will not compromise. In an environ of political and social polarization, Kathleen Curry is a breath of fresh air, a person who works for solutions not chaos. She is a forward thinker who is in constant learning mode. That is the key, a willingness to learn, have opinions, listen to pros and cons, then develop a position and that is Kathleen Curry. Her opponent does not have her level of experience inside or outside state government. She is passionate, professional and proud to be a Western Slope advocate. She is the person that HD58 needs. Vote Kathleen Curry for HD58!