Reluctant witnesses in Carlisle investigation
We now have an indication of the reason for the delay in the Twanda Carlisle investigation. The Post-Gazette is reporting that due to reluctant witnesses in the probe of her spending of city funds and campaign practices, it is unknown when the investigation will be completed.
Over the course of the investigation, there have been calls for Carlisle's impeachment. And there are already nine announced challengers for her council seat, which indicates a widespread dissatisfaction with Carlisle.
The concerned citizens with a future in the stake of the city of Pittsburgh can hope that the council district 9 community is able to mobilize behind one strong candidate in the race and that the others will drop out. That is unlikely to happen, though and with so many entrants in the race, the vote is likely to be splintered, allowing for a Carlisle victory.
It is even unlikelier that Twanda Carlisle will decide to do the right thing for the first time since she's been in office - resign. But since that's not going to happen, those with a stake can also hope that the district attorney's investigation is completed soon, ensuring that district 9 will have a new representative at the council table next year.
Over the course of the investigation, there have been calls for Carlisle's impeachment. And there are already nine announced challengers for her council seat, which indicates a widespread dissatisfaction with Carlisle.
The concerned citizens with a future in the stake of the city of Pittsburgh can hope that the council district 9 community is able to mobilize behind one strong candidate in the race and that the others will drop out. That is unlikely to happen, though and with so many entrants in the race, the vote is likely to be splintered, allowing for a Carlisle victory.
It is even unlikelier that Twanda Carlisle will decide to do the right thing for the first time since she's been in office - resign. But since that's not going to happen, those with a stake can also hope that the district attorney's investigation is completed soon, ensuring that district 9 will have a new representative at the council table next year.
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