Trib: Risch locks out public
For the sake of argument, let's say several citizens intended to inform the U.S. Forest Service of their displeasure about a timber sale by showing up at the agency's offices.
Let's further stipulate that the Forest Service responded by closing its doors and placing a sign on the door: "Come back later. Make an appointment first."
Who do you think might be the first to complain about public servants breaching their obligation to meet with the people for whom they work?
Possibly Idaho Sen. Jim Risch?
Yet last week, the Idaho Republican locked his office in downtown Boise's Jefferson Place amid an apparent stampede of people protesting President Donald Trump's actions.
Left behind was this notice: "Due to security concerns, all constituents must make an appointment with someone at the office of Senator Risch"/Marty Trillhaase, Lewiston Tribune. More here.