What’s in a name? Plenty, if you’re seeking a seat on city council.
Name recognition and placement on the ballot have long considered to be factors considered by some voters when they decide where to mark an X. In an attempt to get their names into the minds of voters, several candidates came up with catchy slogans at a recent all-candidates meeting.
“Don’t forget, vote for Brett,” said council candidate David Brett.
Former councillor Calvin Donnelly opted for a friendly tone for his catchphrase. “Vote for your pal, Cal.”
Incumbent councillor Jaimie McEvoy used a little alliteration for his reminder to voters: “On Nov. 25, Make it McEvoy.”
Some candidates chose other ways to help them stand out in a crowd on election day.
“I’d like you to keep one vote on Nov. 15 for Scott McIntosh – the next generation of McIntosh,” said the council candidate, who is the son of longtime councillor Betty McIntosh, who is retiring from politics.
Gavin Palmer, often seen sporting purple attire around town, features the colour purple on his election signs.
“Remember the colour purple, remember Palmer,” he said.
When it comes to putting an X on the ballot, Jonathan X Cote takes the cake. His middle name is Xerxes, thus the Jonathan X. Cote name on the ballot.
