Idaho state Treasurer Ron Crane’s Democratic challenger, Twin Falls accountant Deborah Silver, went on the attack in a televised debate between the two on Thursday night, charging that Crane should be fired as state treasurer for a fund transfer that auditors say cost state taxpayers at least $10 million. “In the business world, we know how this would end – the treasurer would be fired,” Silver said. “The only way to fire this treasurer is with your vote. I am running to give Idaho taxpayers a choice for honest stewardship of their tax dollars.” Crane protested that his office “vociferously disagreed with the findings of the legislative auditors,” and defended his actions in the transfer. It occurred after he said mortgage-backed securities the state had purchased in 2005, 2006 and 2007 were showing $70 million in losses as the housing market collapsed/Betsy Russell, SR. More here.

Question: Is it time to fire Treasurer Crane?