Sun Sentinel Palm Beach Edition
SUN SENTINEL’S ELECTION ENDORSEMENTS
Besides the presidential preference primary, the March 17 elections contain a number of municipal contests. The Sun Sentinel has published its endorsements in most of the races. You can find them at sunsentinel.com/opinion/endorsements.
Democratic presidential primary
Joe Biden: Democrats want, need and deserve a candidate known not for anger, but for accomplishments; for humility, not hostility; and for decency, not demagoguery. That man is former Vice President Joe Biden.
Broward County
Pembroke Pines Mayor: Frank Ortis is the better choice, largely because of his temperament and leadership style.
Pembroke Pines, District 2: Jay Schwartz, the incumbent, has shown he’s willing to take on powerful people to safeguard the interests of Pines residents.
Lighthouse Point Mayor: Glenn Troast, the incumbent, has a proven track, and his opponent makes an unpersuasive case that he’s a better fit.
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Mayor: Chris Vincent, the incumbent, is a knowledgeable and experienced leader who’s keeping the city on the move.
Palm Beach County
Boca Raton: Mayor Scott Singer has performed capably as mayor and previously as city commissioner.
Delray Beach, Seat 2: Commissioner Bill Bathurst is smart, reasonable and appears unflappable among four candidates.
Delray Beach, Seat 4: Commissioner Shirley Johnson cares about the city and in ensuring diversity on the commission in this three-person race.