- Dutson's many accusations...and the Truth.March 9 2007
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Our View
[My comments in blue -L.H.]
Nancy Marshall believes it is fair for Lance Dutson or any other Maine citizen to ask questions about how state funds are spent, including questions about tourism marketing. Lance like any other citizen, deserves answers. Since he initially contacted us, we have worked with Maine tourism officials to see that his voice was being heard.
Unfortunately, in our view, Lance evolved from asking questions to attacking the reputations of people who are sincerely trying to do their job. We spoke directly with Lance and contacted a few people who know him in an effort to get the dialogue back on track. Unfortunately, Lance did not want to do that, and instead chose to see this as an effort to silence him.
We have always believed what is needed here is a civil discussion in which information is exchanged and questions answered. We
