We’ve entered the last few weeks just prior to the August 5 primary election. My decision to enter the race for prosecuting attorney for St. Louis County was not easy, nor was it taken lightly. I wholeheartedly believe that I can make a difference and provide the change needed.
I’ve enjoyed speaking with voters on the campaign trail. Your stories of victory and defeat are bittersweet. However, these stories only confirm that a long-overdue changing of the guard is necessary.
As your next prosecuting attorney for St. Louis County, my goals are simple. I plan to improve victim services and streamline prosecution.
To improve victim services, I would include and inform victims throughout the entire prosecution process. I would insure victim accessibility to the office. And I would improve victim-county prosecutor relationships.
To streamline prosecution, I would enforce strict sentencing by bringing dangerous criminals to trial, with no plea bargaining for harsh crimes. I would have zero tolerance for domestic violence, child and elder abuse, and hate crimes. I would fully implement and fund alternative prosecution methods. And I would provide rehabilitation needed for nonviolent offenders (i.e. drug court, mental health court, veterans court).
I’m not making empty promises attempting to curry favor at the polls. My passion for this office is born of personal experience and a deeper sense of purpose. St. Louis County deserves the best services that can be provided, and quite frankly – at this moment, in this race – I believe I am the best person for the job.
I’m not asking for your vote because I’m a woman or because I’m African-American. I’m asking for your vote on August 5 because I’m qualified, I have a plan, and because I care about you. The fact that I am a woman of color is a bonus.
For more information, contact Leslie Broadnax at 314-546-9573 or www.broadnaxforpa.com.
