The author of a news release posted yesterday had to contact this blog to ask for corrections as our original source the ElDorado Mountain Democrat appeared to use some editorial license in what they printed. Below is an email they sent to the editor of the Mountain Democrat:

Richard,

You and I need to have another talk about truth, honor and slander.  We’ve discussed the repercussions on more than one occasion.

If you indeed run the Mtn. Democrat as you claimed when Dr. Smith and I last met with you, then I expect you to honor your word like the gentleman I believed you to be. 

As a result of the Mtn. Democrat exercising their “editorial license” and changing my tag line, I had to issue this correction to another posting:

For clarification, the news release was sent out under the banner of COMPAS – Citizens Organized to Monitor Protect And Serve.  I am NOT a spokesperson for the Tea Party or any other organization other than COMPAS.

This unfortunate twist was a result of the Mtn. Democrat not honoring my request to keep the tag line exactly as I submitted it: WATCHDOGS SPEAK UP.

And Below again is the original letter to the editor:

February 9, 2011

Mountain Democrat
1360 Broadway
Placerville, CA 95667

Attn:  Editor Pat Lakey

RE:  Watchdogs speak up

Dear Editor:

Clean hands, pure hearts…

Integrity and accountability are primary considerations in choosing the best candidate to represent the voice of the people. All the dirt will eventually come out in the wash. Until then, “we the people” must hold ALL candidates’ feet to the fire.

Beth Gaines was one of the 5 candidates for Assembly who attended the EDC Republican Women Federated luncheon on Monday. Beth’s reply to the question about her “business woman” status on the ballot was very revealing.  She seized the opportunity to discredit her opponent for filing a “frivolous and untimely” lawsuit.  Did I mention Mr. Allard wasn’t present to defend himself? Turns out he wasn’t invited in a timely fashion.

Another question related to “Whoever controls the water, controls the people…” was a real eye opener. Apparently you don’t have to be a guy to be part of the “Good Old Boys” club.

Equally revealing were the list of endorsements Mrs. Gaines listed at Tuesday night’s Tea Party in the Hills. They were the same elected officials that El Dorado County Watchdogs want most to hold accountable!

Melody Lane
President – COMPAS, Inc.
Citizens Organized to Monitor Protect And Serve