To the Editors of The Crimson:

I would like to that the voters of the 28th Middlesex District for re-electing me to a second term as your State Represenatative. I am very honored by the trust you have placed in me.

We are beginning a challenging period in the Commonwealth. Our state, like many across the nation, is in an economic vise. We must work hard to "down-size" state government, while continuing to protect programs that help those in need. It's not going to be easy.

I promise to continue to place a high priority on constituent services during my second term. At the same time, I will fight for the programs I believe the voters of the district feel are important. As always, I hope to hear from my constituents whether over the phone, in the mail or during one of my regular district office hours. Representative Alvin E. Thompson