When looking at the low voter turnout in Tuesday’s primary election, it might be easy to look ahead to November’s election. The folks who will represent the two major parties will go head to head in numerous local elections.

Local voters and tax-payers appreciate that every election is about character and perception. In November, voters will go to the polls and vote for the candidates that represent the kind of character that best will serve the citizens they will represent. Voters will be voting for the candidates who will be setting taxes and representing your interests.

Here’s how Columbia’s voters voted on Tuesday. Who will represent your interests with character and astute perception? Who will exercise good judgment when determining revenue streams and expense items?