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April 25, 2024

FLASHPOINT for Aug 12, 2006

As the election draws nigh and so many unqualified folks seem to be running this year, here's an idea for the Gang of 63 come 2007: How about setting some minimum qualifications for some of these offices? Just look at public administrator and recorder - either appoint them or set some standards so a bunch of clowns and never-was legislators don't get elected. And what about the same for state treasurer? No bankruptcies might be a start. Don't know how you stop lieutenant governor candidates from talking about illegal immigration or sheriff contenders from claiming to be a cop. But even a sheriff candidate should have minimum credentials. Come on lawmakers. Who's up to this task?

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