Politics & Government
Doylestown Township Republican Candidates Announce Endorsements
Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick, Sheriff Fred Harran, and Vietnam War hero Captain David Christian endorse Caroselli and Murphy.

DOYLESTOWN TOWNSHIP, PA — Republicans Rob Caroselli and Trish Murphy, who are running for two open seats on the Doylestown Township Board of Supervisors, have been endorsed by U.S. Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick, Bucks County Sheriff Fred Harran, tax collector Sarah Tomlinson and Captain David Christian, the Vietnam War's most decorated U.S. veteran.
Murphy and Caroselli are facing Democrats Judy Dixon and incumbent Jennifer Herring for two open six-year seats on the board of supervisors on Tuesday.
"I am very impressed by their 'can do' attitude, 'boots on the ground' work ethic and willingness to work together with others to provide for the safety of Doylestown Township residents," said Harran. "As crime rates are on the rise throughout Bucks County, both Trish & Rob understand the importance of appointing the next Doylestown Township Police Chief. I can attest to the respect they have in making sure Doylestown Township Police has the staff and tools necessary to combat the rise in crime and protect its residents. Trish Murphy & Rob Caroselli have my endorsement to serve as the next Doylestown Township Supervisors, and I hope you will join me in supporting their election."
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Tomlinson added, "Trish and Rob are ready to perform the hard and tedious but necessary tasks that will keep Doylestown Township moving forward at the local level. They have a long term investment in the community as they have family in the township from ages 4 to 82. They value the trust of every taxpayer and are committed to do their due diligence and have a sensible mindset when it comes to budgeting, planning and spending of every tax dollar. Trish and Rob are real fiscal conservatives and will be excellent stewards for the township. They are absolutely the right team for Doylestown Township."
The Republican candidates have also received the endorsement of Captain David Christian, the Vietnam War's most decorated U.S. veteran and a member of the National Military Officers Hall of Fame.
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“With the upcoming election, I want to make sure that Doylestown Township residents know that Trish and Rob have the courage, compassion, and experience to lead," said Captain Christian. "They are the only candidates on the ballot doing more than just talking.”
"We greatly appreciate receiving endorsements from township tax collector to sheriff to congressman," said Murphy and Caroselli. "Hero’s like Dave Christian believing in us is an honor. We will lead by their example as we serve the township residents keeping Doylestown a safe place to live and raise a family."
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