Lincoln County deputy district attorney supports Danforth in May primary

To the editor:

I am a deputy district attorney in the Lincoln County District Attorney’s Office and have been following the district attorney campaigns closely. What we have heard over and over from Jonathan Cable’s supporters is that Lanee Danforth is a brilliant attorney, but, gosh darn it, she’s just not ready to lead. I am here to tell you that nothing could be further from the truth. Not only is Lanee Danforth ready to lead; she already has shown herself to be a leader.

Our office has been in a state of relative crisis since our previous district attorney resigned last September. To me, the mark of a true leader is how a person leads when they’re not in charge. During
this difficult time, Lanee Danforth demonstrated that she is a true leader. She led by example, demonstrating a work ethic that is unmatched. She trained our newer deputy district attorneys. She developed policies to help our office comply with new laws, and she trained law enforcement. She was active in the community, serving and building partnerships.

Lanee Danforth’s calmness and poise in this storm showed an incredible amount of maturity, and she was also the person staff members would go to for comfort and assurance when they were overwhelmed and stressed. This is true leadership.

Lanee Danforth has demonstrated excellent judgment in the administration of justice. She is tough on offenders who place the public at risk, and shows compassion toward those who demonstrate accountability and the desire to reform. She is respectful to all participants in the process. This good judgment is not necessarily something that is learned. It comes from her character and her deep commitment to doing the right thing.

Lanee Danforth has also navigated this strange new world of political campaigning with maturity and grace. I am especially impressed with the way she has steadfastly remained positive in spite of attacks. I will follow her lead and simply close with this: Lanee Danforth is the best choice for Lincoln County District Attorney.

— Lynn Howard, Toledo