Kristen’s pick: Helena M. Peppe, Ocean Township Board of Education
“Blessed are the peacemakers…”
As I helped my son catch up on his Faith Formation quizzes, we came across the question, what are the Beatitudes?
Arguably one of the most memorable sermons in the New Testament, I always struggled with the peacemaker piece. As an attorney, and even as a kid, I wanted justice, I wanted to win, and sometimes, I didn’t want to listen to any other voice.
“Helena” in its Greek origin means “sun-ray”, or “shining light”.
How poignant for me to come across this Helena, and for her to express a desire to unite her community.
Let her light make peace in Ocean Township as the community navigates this tenuous and delicate time of returning normalcy to our children.
Peace.
Meet Helena M. Peppe…
Kristen: Who are you?
Helena: I am a life-long NJ resident. I grew up in North Brunswick, and made my way down to Ocean Township in 1981, where I bought my house, got married and raised two children. My eldest went through and graduated in 2019 from OTHS, and my youngest is now a junior in the District.
Kristen: Why are you running?
Helena: I decided to run for the board this year because I see a need to mend the polarization sweeping across the country. This division has made its way down to our towns, school boards, friendships and sadly some families. The one-sided perspective, with no allowance for opposing views results in extreme one-sided decisions. This pressure to silence those with a different perspective removes any chance for moderation in those decisions the elected board is responsible to make.
Bringing back transparency and civil discourse, welcoming all voices to the table, I believe will bring unity back to our community and help us to be the role models our kids need us to be.
Kristen: What is your stance on parental choice for medical freedom in schools?
Helena: I am 100% for medical freedom and parental choice.
Kristen: What is your favorite amendment?
Helena: My favorite Amendment by far is the First Amendment.
Kristen: Give me your best pitch on why and how we can support your campaign?
Helena: I am asking for your support because I know I will not be afraid to be a voice for the many who have been waiting to speak. Every voice matters.
You can best support me these next several weeks by sharing my name and platform. Visit my Page, ask me your questions, or join me in organizing some door knocking teams handing out flyers.
I would be happy to have you join me at an upcoming event I am organizing and will announce once details are finalized.
I promise all voters, I will not be afraid to be your voice…together we can create the moderation so desperately needed.
Thank you for your vote!
We the people can make a difference!
Good luck, Helena! We love your desire to unite your community in liberty. Thank you for standing up and offering to serve your community in this critically-important election.
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