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Dr. Frank “Stoner” Clark
Cohocton Town JusticeIn seeking the office of Cohocton Town Justice and asking for your support, I want to say from the beginning what a unique position this office represents. It differs greatly from other elected positions in that while integrated into the entire New York State system of jurisprudence it does not require the specific judicial background and education in law mandated for most other offices in this system. It is designed to relieve the state judiciary of much of its burdensome case load at the local and municipal level and encourage the healthy decentralization of government through local community participation. Although the state offers many courses of study designed to equip local magistrates for their responsibilities, many town justices fail to avail themselves of this training. I have a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Maryland, a Master of Divinity from Christian Theological Seminary and a Doctor of Ministry from Ashland Theological Seminary. I have taught school in both the public and parochial sectors. I served four years as an officer in the United States Marine Corps being discharged as a Captain following a tour of duty in Viet Nam. I spent three years as a district representative with the American Cancer Society organizing volunteers in public information, education and fund raising throughout western Indiana. I have served 30 years in ordained ministry in Indiana, Ohio and New York. I am committed to serve your highest interests in my capacity as town justice, please vote for me.
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