Ken Davey wrote:

It isn't "the slimebags" that 'need killing'.
It is the system that allowed this to happen that needs a serious look.
But, then again, this is the 'republican way'.

That's a pretty chicken**** response

The problem is the local government there.
It would be interesting to determine the Dem/Rep makeup, and how they
are positioned on this. I'd bet good money Democrats are well represented.