To the editor:
This letter is a reply to Douglas Seaton’s recent letter, “Paulsen serves his constituents well.” While I can’t speak for Mr. Seaton’s personal experiences with the congressman, I will happily respond to his broader points.
Congressman Paulsen’s work on tax legislation hasn’t been good for Minnesota — far from it. He was an architect of the GOP tax bill, which capped the state and local tax deduction of $10,000. As a result, many 3rd District families who itemize their taxes have seen tax increases. And his relentless attacks on affordable healthcare have led to average premium increases in Minnesota of over $500 (bit.ly/2LutYwL).
And since when was Erik one to conduct an “independent review” of issues? In my time in this district, I’ve only seen two things change his mind, and neither one is facts. He either changes his mind because it’s election season (like his recent decision that he believes in climate change) or because he’s been given enough money (lobbying group FP1 Strategies once bragged to its clients about successfully influencing Erik).
Mr. Seaton says we ought to send letters to those we “really oppose.” Let me speak for myself when I say: I really oppose Erik Paulsen. And I won’t be quiet about it.
Miles Anderson, Minnetonka
Minnetonka Sun-Sailor, August 8, 2018