The Columbian was correct to observe that Joe Kent’s recent attempts to present himself as moderate smell fishy. But writing “we have no idea what Joe Kent believes” is misleading. I’ll give the benefit of the doubt, when there is any doubt. But it’s clear that Mr. Kent knows exactly what he believes. He believes it’s OK to say anything — whether he means it or not — so long as he wins. Mr. Kent is not “bereft of convictions.” He appears to be bereft of honesty, and therefore cannot be trusted. The honest candidate is Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, who has my vote.
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Letter: Kent is bereft of honesty
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