Among the takeaways from my candidacy in the primary for District 1 Supervisor is that Tulare County has tremendous unrealized potential. To achieve that potential we must elect leaders who work tirelessly to understand the issues, solve problems, and be willing to serve the people of Tulare County. During the election campaign forums, owing to the alpha order of our last names, I found myself seated next to a charismatic candidate with a booming voice from Strathmore. That man with the infectious smile, quick wit, and a generous helping of youthful enthusiasm was Kuyler Crocker. The more we became acquainted we realized we had much in common. In Crocker, 29, I saw a lot of myself — that is,

Crocker and Smith are evenly matched A small, intimate crowd gathered Monday evening as they  watched Tulare County District 1 Supervisor ca