Posted by
ricaler on Friday, October 26, 2007 7:54:12 PM
Salem Leader's publisher Nancy Grossman published a scathing article complaining about Mayoral candidate David Bower Tuesday Oct 23. She went on to express outrage that he described his just finished interview with Marcia "One Sided United" Walker as a "cold, proctologic exam". She further stated that someone running for mayor should conduct himself more respectfully. She actually published this piece for others to read!
Alas, there is always more than one side of a story. This author looked into the matter and found the following. Yes, there was an interview with reporter Walker. Afterwards, while leaving the Leader offices, Editor Stephanie and Publisher Nancy were present and made small talk. According to Bower, he is somewhat friendly with both and referred to his interview in what was an "off the record" casual comment. "Guess that was a mistake", he later said.
Come on Nancy! We all know that Marcia Walker always writes an opinion piece disguised as a news article. Look at her history on any public official. The county council does nothing correctly, the city council is unworkable, the hospital board is alway hiding something, the air board is taking homes for sport, according to Walker. Nancy, several persons with similar concerns have mentioned this to both you and Stephanie. I know as I've talked with them. Are you blind to your actions! For you to publish a "Gotcha" piece is low and despicable and reveals more about yourself than about a political candidate. What a bunch of pot stirrers you have become. Look at the "Chicken house" story. You fan the flames of gossip and give voice to petty complainers and then claim, "It's a controversy" Our community would be better served if you didn't report on most matters!
P.S. You need a man's point of view.