Guest columnist Armond Budish, of Beachwood, is the Cuyahoga County executive elect. He previously served as state representative for District 8. Part of his service included time as Speaker of the House. His term as county executive officially begins Jan. 1 but a ceremonial swearing is planned for Jan. 4.

Twenty-fifteen! The prospect of a New Year is a great excuse for all of us to shed 364 days worth of cynicism to focus on our hopes. I would guess that the hope for a better future for ourselves, our loved ones, and even the neighbors we might never meet, is a hope we all share. Yet, we also know that, without hard work, our most cherished hopes will fade faster than our commitment to our New Year resolutions.

Policies that turn hopes into productive careers, healthy families, and safe and enjoyable communities are what we are working to achieve. 

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