I worked along side Dr. McCandless when she returned to Independence after completing her medical training. She is an intelligent, honest and caring individual who genuinely cares about Independence. She works well with many different factions and puts others and the city's best interests before her own. Independence would be fortunate to have her as their next mayor!

— Mary Wurtz

Independence deserves a leader who sees possibility, not limitation, and Bridget brings that vision with unmatched energy. She understands what it takes to turn bold ideas into real results, and her experience and knowledge give her the steady hand to make Independence thrive. I believe in her ability to build a stronger future for this community, which is why I am proud to endorse and support Bridget.

— Michael Russell

"I see you are running for office and my mom told me you were looking for places for yard signs. I was so shocked that my mom reached out I forgot to respond to her. She has been anti politics as long as I’ve known her. In fact my best friend who I’ve known since we were 14 ran for something back in the mid-90s and she wouldn’t let him put up a yard sign. So that should be on one of your campaign flyers that you’ve got lifelong anti-yard sign people to change their ways is a good indication that you can do anything.”

— John Fellows

“Bridget cares, she shows up, and she understands the issues. It is refreshing to see someone truly dedicate themselves to a community, and it has been a joy to see how she executes on various efforts.”

— Alfredo Garcia

“Bridget has the qualities to be Mayor. She is knowledgeable about the important community issues, good communicator, ethical, hard worker, and results orientated.”

— Steve Roling

“Bridget knows the difference between right and wrong. She has demonstrated throughout her career that she has the courage to do what is right and the courage to AVOID doing what is wrong! Your leadership will make a significant contribution to the City.”

— Ron Bruch

Vote for Bridget. Honest, smart, hardworking and forward thinking. She will be a great leader who represents us in Independence. Oh yes, I failed to mention that she is kind, generous and compassionate along with her other qualities.

— Laurie Anne May-Gremillion

“I’ve had the privilege of working side by side with Dr. McCandless while volunteering at the Shared Free Health Clinic. She truly has boundless energy for the people of Independence and cares about the future of our city. As a physician myself, I commend her the selfless hours she has spent improving the lives of not just her patients but of everyone in our community. She’s the perfect candidate to lead Independence into a promising future.”

— K. Gay Purcell