One candidate answers issue-related questions
EXCELSIOR SPRINGS – Two people seek the Clay County Eastern Commission District seat.
But only one is answering questions, including: Why?
The commission candidates are Republican Megan Thompson, 35, Liberty; and Democrat Dustin Bell, 22, Kearney.
Each candidate received the same questions, with directions to start their answers with “yes” or “no,” or an “X” if choosing not to be clear. Each candidate also had a 30-word answer limit.
Although sent the same questionniare, Bell did not respond to emails. He also did not respond to information requests in the August primary from KCUR-FM radio.
The following are the questions and responses.
BACKGROUND
Question: What are your age and qualifications for office?
A. “As county clerk, I stood up against corruption and wasteful spending, provided high-quality services to our community and forged productive working relationships with community members.”
Question: Why are you running for office?
A. “We have corrupt commissioners who voted…