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First, party affiliation should not be a part of county government but that argument has never been understood. We have had is a wide variety of individuals. A few were great, most sincere but overwhelmed, and some were downright terrible except when they slept during meetings.

As in all endeavors, most of us face unforeseen problems. Some problems were left begging because even the most persistent critics didn’t have an answer. Most had more patience with the numbskulls than a normal person would tolerate. That there have been errors in judgment is to be expected, although there ares some critics who think their hindsight is superior to all others. What truly is unfortunate is that the company which provides insurance coverage has had to write checks for conduct that defies all logic. That there is a need for sensitivity training seems to be ongoing.

In the long run, we need people with integrity coupled with a genuine desire to see that the right thing is done for taxpayers. A recent comment about the courthouse restoration project was wrong. The other two commissioners carried the ball but then who seems to care. I like Lewis Rich because he is genuine. An honest soul goes a long way these days and he is the kind of guy who will be there no matter what.

This is the season for cheap talk. Think about what you hear and go with the words that more nearly reflect on the opinion you can endorse.

Just be sure to vote, because this is a team sport.

PAUL RECHNITZER

Sagle