PRESS RELEASE
Media
Only
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
413-7804
Deceased
Would Be
Memphis, TN –
March 31, 2007 – When an
elected official’s position becomes available outside of an election year
cycle, there’s usually more “wheeling dealing” than on NBA Draft Day. This
was observed in the last fiasco when the Memphis City Council opened and closed
and opened and closed a “ruleless” process to fill a board opening.
We would like to propose that all future
vacancies be filled through a random drawing (lottery) of registered voters
until a special election can be held.
Joe Citizen needs a place at the table.
These temporary vacancies, usually caused by politicians, belong to the voters.
The possibilities could be refreshingly progressive. However, if our local
election system has not been fixed, we might have a dead city council person
ready to serve.
###
You
can read other blog entries at http://tomguleff.blogspot.com/