The
Martinsville Bulletin has
an article providing local GOP reaction to the oustering of RPV Chair Jeff Frederick from his post. Del. Don Merricks (R-Pittslyvania) said:
“I don’t really get involved in the politics of politics,” said Del. Don Merricks, .... “I’m just trying to represent the people and not let things like that stand in the way.”
[...]
“I’m just doing the best I can to represent the people and not get caught up in that kind of stuff.”
Stay neutral and don't upset the base - probably a smart political answer. The Henry County GOP Chair, on the other hand, did not dodge the issue. Saith Don Lawson:
Frederick “failed on many levels,” Lawson said. “That’s something we didn’t need right now. ... I believe his removal was long overdue.”
Several other local leaders could not be reached: Del. Danny Marshall (R-Danville), Martinsville GOP Chair Tim Halpin, and 5th District Chair Tucker Watkins. We, however, have already heard
Watkins' take on the matter several days ago.
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