Ok...I wasn't there, but if either Mike or Tom did commend the Sheriff for bringing up pay and adequately staffing the department, I would understand that, because he did. That part is true.
Mrs. Wise, I commend you for sticking your neck out. It is hard when people are critical of one's spouse. Several years ago, prior to the 2004 election, somebody that was married to a member of Sheriff Johnson's staff at the time - a person we trusted - wrote a letter to the editor of the Herald-Breeze, praising Mr. Johnson and stating that all of the men who had been demoted and who said they didn't know why, were liars. If I dug around here long enough, I am sure I could come up with the exact verbage and possibly the name of the author. :roll: It was very difficult for me to not fire back a response when, after all we had been through, all we had lost, and all we stood to lose, my husband was called a liar.
Oh well. Bygones are bygones, and even though we still have never been given a reason, it's water under the bridge now. He's back in (which I am grateful for), we didn't lose our home, I didn't go to the looney bin, and even though we are still recovering financially, life is great.
to the board, and tell Dennis hello for us!
and in the end you must ignore the pundits, craft out what you believe in and proceed withour fear of the critic.
I apologize if this type of reality check is too mature for some viewers. Discretion is advised.
Even public employees and especially candidates face negative comments and criticisms. By not responding in kind you do not give credence to the statement and maintain your personal dignity. I would guess you and yours maintaining a dignified face during adversity is a huge factor in your recovery.