In case you haven't noticed, there's quite a discussion going on in the comments section of John Saiz's Aug. 20 article introducing Patterson's candidates for mayor and City Council. Not much of a surprise there, given the heat that's always generated by issues like West Park and overall growth.
What is somewhat surprising, though, is that one of those candidates has jumped into the conversation. City Council hopeful and political newcomer Jeff Realini — one of four battling for two seats — began by offering his opinions on certain aspects of the discussion but today defended himself when other commenters went more or less on the attack.
Of course, we're assuming it's really Realini and not some 19-year-old in his mother's basement posing as Realini. Always a good idea to take supposed Internet identities with a healthy dose of skepticism. But this one passes the smell test, for me at least.
The conversation has been mostly civil and really rather interesting. I won't say I necessarily agree or disagree with any of Realini's points, but you have to give the guy credit for one thing: Any candidate willing to take on anonymous Internet posters on their own playing field gets bonus points for courage.
Score one for accessibility.
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