Linda Newell

LITTLETON - September 24 – Noting that Colorado has the nation’s fastest growing population of children living in poverty, State Senate Candidate Linda Newell will address children’s issues at an upcoming town hall being sponsored by Every Child Matters.
 
The town hall will be at 6 p.m. Oct. 2 at Powell Middle School, 8000 S. Corona Way, Littleton.  Several other legislative candidates, including Rep. Joe Rice of Littleton, also have been invited.
 
“As a single mother of two daughters I know firsthand the challenges of raising a family in difficult times. Our children are our future,” Newell said.  “We can’t afford to turn our backs on families struggling to make ends meet in today’s tough times.  Children’s issues affect all of us: Parents, teachers and businesses – who need an educated, healthy and reliable workforce to compete effectively in today’s global economy.  I’m looking forward to a robust discussion that will give me a chance to hear what’s on the minds of the public and their ideas for addressing the challenges we all face in meeting the needs of our children.”
 
Every Child Matters is a nonprofit organization that focuses on making the needs of children and youth a national political priority and promoting the adoption of smart policies for children, youth, and families—including stopping child abuse, helping working families with child care, expanding pre-school education and after-school programs, and ensuring that children receive good health care.
 
Littleton businesswoman Linda Newell has worked for large and small businesses and as a consultant working with executives, managers and employees on job training and people strategies.  She’s been active in community activities for many years, volunteering for the Girl Scouts, ARC, local public television, Littleton Public Schools and others.