To the Editor:
My definition of representative is one who represents a group of people. My representative, Erik Paulsen, fails to meet the basic definition as stated.
He has failed over and over again to hold town hall meetings. Finally, he [recently] held what he calls town hall meetings in three different places voters had to request a ticket to attend, and I requested a ticket at all three locations and was instantly placed on a “waiting list “… ” told via e-mail that if I did get a ticket I must present a valid ID when I arrive at the meeting. Never did get a ticket.
I learned from others that none of the meetings were filled. This is not how Americans should be treated by their elected officials. These meetings were a total sham. I have been to plenty of valid town halls to know the difference.
Paulsen’s spokesperson at these meetings was upset when some of the audience got a little loud when Paulsen repeatedly gave non-answers to honest questions regarding Paulsen’s relationship, ratings, and money he has received from the NRA. He has at last count received $21,000 and has a A+ rating with the NRA.
Most people who were at the meeting told me they did not believe they were at a real meeting. They felt they were at a staged meeting that was to look like one.
Sad when the person who represents you will not engage in honest conversation about what is important to us.
Frank Moriarty, Plymouth
Plymouth Sun-Sailor, June 29, 2018