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Shea unfit for office

Sat., Aug. 31, 2019

Although Rep. Matt Shea is my legal representative for the 4th Legislative District, he does not represent my views. It is time for local voters to wake up and to speak out! Let him know that he is an embarrassment, and unfit for public office. He should resign or be expelled.

I am deeply saddened and appalled by his misuse of the Christian faith to promote racist beliefs that justify exclusion, and violence toward others. Let’s hold our elected officials accountable for civility and respect for all.

Susie Leonard Weller

Liberty Lake

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