Burns v. Wiltse

I regret that I cannot agree with my associated in the decision about to be made and the matter is so important that I feel I should state my views.

We must remember that the people — the electors — are the source of all power over matters dealing with the selection and election of their public servants. They determine what offices shall be filled, who shall be nominated for them and when and also for whom they shall have the opportunity and right to vote. They act through Constitution and statute.

The nomination of Mr. Wiltse for County Judge has been accomplished in strict conformity with…