Election Related Literature and Websites Create Controversy in Epping
March 27, 2008
A case of “he said, he said” has Epping voters stuck in the middle trying to figure out the truth.
An annual publication produced by the Epping Residents for Principled Government (ERPG) was criticized for blatant claims against certain warrant articles and local politicians, but ERPG members say the publication is the only way to have their voice heard.
The publication “Epping Taxing Times” has been produced the past six years, and ERPG Chairman Tom Sutliffe said it started as a way to have the group’s voice heard.
ERPG, however consists of about 40 people and some Epping residents feel the official look of the publication, and involvement of Selectman Dianne Gilbert gives it undeserved credit among voters who don’t actively participate in town government.
At a recent selectmen’s meeting, former selectman Kim Sullivan told the board that when such a publication goes out, and Gilbert is identified as a selectman, it gives the impression she is representing the views of the entire board.
Full story from Terrill Covey.
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