Letter: Who are BCCC members, and who are their candidates?

Posted 7/23/20

It seems my simple inquiry into the makeup and goals of the “Bristol County Concerned Citizens” group prompted quite a reaction, but sadly not much of a response.

It’s …

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Letter: Who are BCCC members, and who are their candidates?

Posted

It seems my simple inquiry into the makeup and goals of the “Bristol County Concerned Citizens” group prompted quite a reaction, but sadly not much of a response.

It’s unfortunate to see ad hominem personal attacks in lieu of straightforward answers. The last thing we need are local elected officials or supporters who are this defensive and insulting when asked for transparency — we’ve experienced enough of this at the national level.

And so I ask again: Who are the members of the BCCC, what are their goals, and which elected officials and/or political candidates are (or have been) affiliated with them?

Lisa Peterson
Bristol

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