Our Opinion: Honoring Special Election Results
A Scranton resident, Joan Hodowanitz, described a recent reorganization meeting of the Lackawanna County commissioners as "theater of the absurd."
The meeting was marked by chaos, and the events that unfolded were, indeed, absurd. Despite the clear mandate from residents for change, politics as usual seemed to prevail.
Key Facts
- Brenda Sacco was appointed to the board by the Commonwealth Court through a debated Home Rule Charter process.
- Sacco was sworn in on October 22 to fill the seat vacated by majority commissioner Matt McGloin, who resigned in February.
"theater of the absurd"
Author's summary: Honoring special election results is crucial for Lackawanna County's progress.