It's the Sport of Kings

The search continues for the new Massillon Schools Superintendent.

Last week, the Independent very prudently weighed in;

"We remain hopeful that the Board of Education is not trying to placate anyone or atone for past misjudgments in implementing the focus group initiative. Here's hoping they regroup, put aside their own agendas and those of special interest groups in town, consider Ms. Lasota's (Ohio School Boards Association representative) recommendations and take another stab at getting this important decision right" (Editorial from the Independent, Wednesday, May 11, 2011).

"placate anyone" and "special interest groups in town"

Who, oh who could they be referring to that needs placated?

Special interest groups?

Hmmm...

We shouldn't worry about these things.

We are confident the selection process is in good hands.

"According to Massillon Board President Marshall Weinberg, each of the board members is actively involved in ensuring the best possible candidates are in the application pool" (The Independent, May 10, 2011).

"ensuring the best possible candidates are in the application pool"

And we assume properly vetted and approved.

By those who may need "placated," and by the "special interest groups," whoever they may be.