PAPILLION- On Tuesday, April 8^th, the Liberty Social Hall in Papillion was the scene for the Sarpy County Republican Women’s Soup Supper and Candidate Forum.

Several Republican candidates and their representatives gave speeches about their campaigns and what they would do if elected to office. Following the presentations, those attending participated in a straw poll. In the District 39 poll, Republican businessman Beau McCoy emerged victorious over Bill Pulte and Bob Tingelhoff. Democrat Rex Moats did not participate in the Republican event.

McCoy, who is endorsed by Governor Dave Heineman, Attorney General Jon Bruning and State Treasurer Shane Osborn, talked about the need to reign in state spending in order to cut taxes and the need to create quality jobs. McCoy strongly disagreed with the legislature’s latest move to increase the tax on gas.

“When I talk with families in the district, they are very concerned about the price of gas. High fuel costs are causing increased prices in the marketplace. The legislature’s move to increase the gas tax will hurt Nebraska families and make putting groceries on the table more difficult,” commented McCoy.

“If I were in the legislature, I would not have voted for tax increases. In these difficult economic times, we should be easing the burden, not adding to it,” added McCoy.