A new level of blaming the messenger
Dear Editor:
Blaming the messenger is a cherished American tradition, especially when the press raises uncomfortable questions and demands that public officials be transparent and accountable. Ouray County has gone one better: It sued the messenger.
The county recently filed suit against Plaindealer co-publisher Erin McIntyre for the unpardonable offense of asking why two hard-working county employees were being disciplined for working so hard. For more than 10 months, Health Department Director T...