I have to tell you I was kind of skeptical at first when a 21 year old was appointed to Snohomish County council. Having formally been an elected official myself, I understand empirically what it takes to succeed and the pressure a position like this that puts upon you. I knew Nate came from a good family and I have always been warmly impressed with his dad, Marysville mayor Jon Nehring. However, when I heard Nate speak, I realized he stands on his own and has an amazing command of the issues and spoke with wisdom, depth and humility. Rarely, but sometimes, a young person comes along who thinks and acts like a wise and experienced person. Nate seems to be that rare person.  While I don't live in Nate's district, if I did I would vote for him. He is just one of those people who gets it and can be trusted to do a good job for the people of north Snohomish County.