Yes, it’s about the “Sam Adams sex scandal.” Yes, that’s the headline the original author chose to use. But you might be surprised at the tone this letter — now signed by over 150 Portland citizens — takes (excerpt below):
Our unity has limits. As we explore this complex issue, we do not share a common view of how we should proceed as a city, or what actions Mayor Adams should or should not take. But on our blogs, on our barstools, and on our park benches, we are sorting that out. Those who feel stridently that the Mayor should stay in office occasionally find truth in the words of his detractors, and vice versa. This process began mere days ago, and is only now beginning to mature.
In this process, we value the fruits of your research. You have a critical role in the evolution of our city: you have the expertise and the resources to seek out the facts where you hear credible allegations of crimes and misconduct.
But we marvel at your apparent belief that your moral compass is needed to guide our relationship with our mayor. We are not (by and large) children, and we possess our own powers of judgment and discernment. …
Head on over to the petition site itself to read the rest of the letter and then sign it yourself if you’re so inclined…
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I read it … it’s not very clear what the petitioners are requesting, nor from whom. As you probably know, I seldom discuss my political views, and in this case, given that I live outside of Portland, I will exercise my right not to comment. What I will say, however, is that I do not intend to sign the petition because of its lack of clarity.
I have a lot on my mind right now, as those of you I’ve talked to in the past week or so know. I think we all do. So I will get back to doing the things I need to do.
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