Step forward and demand change
If one seeks to measure corruption within our local justice system, just look at the facts. We have witnessed the fall of a county judge, one local chief of police and one city policeman.
Betrayal of trust is all too common in Washington County, and attempts to defend any of these ex-officials are almost as reprehensible as their alleged crimes.
We need to remember those who supported corrupt officials, as well as those who had an opportunity to speak out but chose not to. We can’t give them another chance to erode public trust.
I pray that such examples of corruption and immorality serve to inspire my fellow citizens to step forward and demand change.
Dean Ellis
Washington