While it’s not unusual for politicians to “talk the talk,” rarer is it for an office-holder to “walk the walk.”

Fortunately for residents of state House District 94, though, Rep. Kristen Cloutier is one who reliably is good for her word and willing to take action, whether said action involves stepping into the breach to serve as acting mayor in a time of tumult or arranging for a gaping pothole to be filled.

We’re fortunate to have her, and she certainly deserves our vote.

Elaine Thibodeau, Lewiston