Kirk Suess letter

It may not surprise you to note that none of the comments attributed to me by Kirk Suess in his letter to the editor are accurate nor reflect my views. Fortunately, there is a recording of Mr. Suess' recent presentation to the Whitman County Board of County Commissioners available to any interested parties. Interestingly enough, the recording shows that I didn’t make a single comment. I do believe effective policy making begins with listening first, which was my intent. I, and the other Commissioners I serve with, are always happy to listen to the concerns of any of our citizens, as we have with Mr. Suess. I do not believe, however, that attempts at intimidation are a particularly productive method of public discourse.

--Michael Largent

Whitman County Commissioner, District 3