I’m proud to announce that I’m running for Mayor of Waldron, Arkansas and I want to be clear about one thing from the start: this campaign isn’t about me, it’s about us.
I was raised right here in Waldron and have spent over 40 years calling this place home, except for the 10 years I served in the United States Air Force from 2000 to 2010. I’m proud of that service, and I’m proud to still call this town home.
I’ve seen Waldron in its good years, and I’ve seen it in its tough years just like most of you have. We used to have a Main Street full of life. Now, too often, it’s quiet. That’s not the direction we should be going, and it’s time we face that head-on.
Here’s the truth: no one person is going to fix that alone. It’s going to take all of us. Every business owner, every family, every person in this town we all have a role to play.
I don’t have experience as a mayor, and I won’t pretend that I do. But I do know this..leadership comes down to values. And if you’re going to serve the public, you better have integrity.
I’m not running to make promises I can’t guarantee. I’m not running to shake hands for pictures or tell people what they want to hear. We don’t need that. What we need is someone who will be honest, take responsibility, treat people with respect, and do the job the right way even when it’s not easy.
This campaign is built on one thing: integrity.
I believe in putting others before self, owning your decisions, and leading with humility. This isn’t a one-person job it belongs to all of us.
If we’re willing to work together, we can bring real change to Waldron “change with integrity” and make this town stronger for everyone.
If anyone has questions, concerns, or just wants to talk, I’m always open. Reach out anytime.
I plan to prove that in the weeks and months ahead.
Thank you for your support.
Josh Young
