Trial by loud-mouthed media is unfair and undermines a foundation of our society.
The Feb. 15 column “Wreckage left by Kitzhaber affects Clark County, too” by Opinion page editor Greg Jayne, about Oregon Gov. John Kitzhaber’s scandal, took a cheap shot at Cylvia Hayes. This paper’s editor not only declared her guilty but also called her names — “gold digger” and “Medusa.” Please. Influential members of the media should set an example of civil behavior and refrain from immature outbursts.
There might have been improper influence, but is there evidence of wrongdoing? In her defense, Hayes has been an effective promoter of renewable energy and economic development in Central Oregon. It is the role of our legal system, not the media, to determine if she or the governor broke any laws.
Warren Shoemaker
Camas
