Support for Michael Clarizio
Support for Shannon Schlegel
In the upcoming election for Clinton County District Court, I wholeheartedly endorse Michael Clarizio as a very highly qualified candidate for district judge. I have known Mike personally and professionally for over twenty years, and have found him to excel in those qualities which make for an excellent judge: competence, integrity, fairness and experience.
I join with retiring District Judge Richard Wells in his endorsement of Mike Clarizio to succeed him.
I urge you to vote for Michael Clarizio to serve as our next judge of our district court.
Judge Marvin Robertson (retired)
I have known Mike Clarizio since he first started working as an assistant prosecutor in the Clinton County Prosecutor’s office over 23 years ago.
Mike is an honest, hardworking person of great integrity. I know him to be a caring family man with strong family values. He has been recognized for his professional service and dedication by the legal community and law enforcement. Mike’s core values and extensive courtroom experience combine to make him the best candidate for our District Court Judge.
I encourage you to vote for Mike Clarizio in the November General Election.
Thank you,
Carol Wooley
former Clinton County Register of Deeds
In the exciting campaign for District Court Judge, one candidate stands out in experience and a proven record of success – Mike Clarizio. As an Assistant Prosecutor, he’s handled over 8,000 criminal and/or civil cases. This gives him the breadth of experience we need. Mike has been a voice for justice and an advocate for victim’s rights.
Furthermore it was no surprise to me that Michael Clarizio also met the endorsement criteria of Right to Life of Michigan. I’ve known Mike for over 30 years to be a fighter in the battle of maintaining and advancing the dignity of human life. He is pro-life. Mike lives, works and is raising his family here in Clinton County with traditional values.
I encourage Clinton County voters on November 4 to also vote the Non-Partisan Ballot and vote for Michael Clarizio for 65A District Court Judge.
Sincerely,
Robert Craig
I’m really glad that I had the chance to attend the League of Women Voters debate last week.
Going into the debate, I knew that I was voting for Michael Clarizio for 65A District Court Judge, but it was because I knew him to be a man of character that I could trust. After the debate, I knew that without a doubt, he was also getting my vote because he was quite simply the best person for the job.
The good man I knew showed through, but so did the highly skilled lawyer with years of experience and the support of his community. If the rest of Clinton County had had the chance to see what I did that night, I can’t imagine there would be any doubt in their minds.
Jim Schultheiss
St. Johns
Michael Clarizio has demonstrated his dedication to Clinton County every day as an assistant prosecutor for the past 23 years. He has been a faithful public servant, loving husband, and caring father in our community.
Mike embodies many traits that qualify him to be District Court Judge. Most importantly he has integrity which allows him to make common sense decisions. Furthermore, his judicial temperament is shown regularly in the courtroom through his open-mindedness, tact, firmness, and compassion.
Citizens of Clinton County, we have a great judge in our midst. Join me in voting for Michael Clarizio for District Court judge.
Nick Koenigsknecht
I give my full support to Shannon Schlegel as she is running for 65A District Court Judge in Clinton County in the upcoming election. I have known Shannon, her husband Mark, and their daughter for many years. She is a wonderful wife, mother, and friend and will make a fantastic Judge.
She has owned her private-practice law firm in DeWitt for nearly thirteen years. She has experience in every area that is handled in District Court. She always makes sure she serves her clients with the highest level of integrity. In the years she has been an attorney, she has worked hard and has gained quality experience that qualifies her to be your next District Judge.
Shannon firmly believes that no matter how big or small a case may seem, it matters to her! She is Special Prosecuting Attorney for the Department of Human Services for Gratiot County and Clinton County, and has practiced as a Defense Attorney. By having experience on both sides of the courtroom, she will be able to hear a case as a Judge, and not make any decision before hearing all of the facts of the case.
Your case matters!
Dana Agnew
DeWitt, MI
It is my honor to endorse Shannon Schlegel for 65A District Court Judge.
As a pastor for the last five years in St. Johns, I’ve had the opportunity to observe court. As a result, my questions for Shannon were, “What kind of a judge will you be? Just? Kind? Inspiring hope? I can confidently say Shannon exhibits all three.
Shannon will be a just judge because she believes in the rule of law. There are laws that must be enforced and, when broken, consequences will result.
She will be a kind judge. This is also because of her belief in an even higher rule of law, that is, all laws of human government must conform to “universal principles of fairness, morality, and justice that transcend human legal systems.” Shannon’s commitment to God will help her live out the principle that the Apostle Paul wrote in Romans 2:4 (ESV) “ . . . God’s kindness is meant to lead you to repentance.”
Finally, Shannon will be a judge that inspires hope. Individuals standing in court must be given hope that they can change and become law-abiding citizens. The attitude of the judge can set the tone for this hope!
I believe Shannon will be an excellent judge because of her commitment to justice, kindness, and inspiring hope. Thank you for your consideration of Shannon Schlegel for District Court Judge.
Tim Van Loh
St. Johns
Recently, I attended a candidate forum in Dewitt hosted by the League of Women Voters. I was especially interested in the candidates for 65A District Judge. The forum provided a great platform for both candidates to educate the community on their legal experience and their list of endorsements and supporters.
When I think of the quality most important in a judge, I think of fairness. As a business owner and resident of Clinton County, I feel it’s crucial that we have a judge that has experience in all areas of law, has support of a variety of sectors within our community and will maintain the highest level of integrity throughout their term.
That is why I’ve decided to support Shannon Schlegel for 65A District Judge. She’s not only an experienced, diverse attorney, but she’s a hard-working business owner and an active member of our community. Shannon Schlegel exhibits all the qualities necessary for a judge and will be receiving my vote for 65A District Judge on November 4th.
Christie Konieczny, CPA
Watertown Township