LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Resigning Because You Don't Get Your Way is Not Leadership
It is the job of the Selectman to lead not only by vote but by example as well. Resigning because he did not "get his way" demonstrates anything but leadership.
I was disappointed to read about the recent resignation of Selectman David Van Dam as liaison to the Recreation Committee. It is the job of the Selectman to lead not only by vote but by example as well. Resigning because he did not "get his way" demonstrates anything but leadership. In fact it is akin to the child who refuses to play in a game unless they are granted the position of their choice. I was even more disappointed to learn that Selectman Van Dam has not been present for a number of recent Recreation Commission meetings. What message does that send to those who serve on the Commission? That their time and votes do not count unless they coincide with Selectman Van Dam's point of view? These are volunteers who give up their free …
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Chris Helms
10:08 pm on Thursday, November 29, 2012
Hey everyone, this is Chris Helms. I'm filling in for Terry this week as he takes a much-deserved vacation. Thanks for the lively commentary, but let's keep it family-friendly. I've removed two comments for language. Here are the rules we each agree to by commenting here: http://swampscott.patch.com/terms more ›