Jackson County Legislature Overrides Embattled Exec Frank White

This work week ends with an important of endorsement of local democracy AND elected officials in agreement regarding the will of voters. 

To wit . . .

JACKSON COUNTY OVERRIDES EXEC FRANK WHITE WHITE IN FAVOR OF THE RECALL!!!

Here are the deets and a preview of an upcoming vote . . . 

"The vote was 8-0 Friday morning at the Jackson County Courthouse. Legislator Megan Smith abstained from supporting the veto override.

"On this issue, there was some tension between the legislative chair, DaRon McGee, who wants the election Aug. 26, and Smith, who -- like the election boards -- want the election to be set for Nov. 4. "

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Legislature chairman DaRon McGee said the vetoes would have blocked critical reforms, denied relief to seniors, and even prevented voters from having their say.