Fresh on the heels of speculation that a powerhouse patient advocacy organization is being planned, State Rep. Ron Peterson is jumping right back into dangerous water with advocates for autistic children.
Rep. Peterson's tone deaf handling of the situation regarding mandated insurance coverage for autism treatments was just the kind of red meat the liberal press corps thoroughly enjoys. On Tuesday, Peterson issued a
press release that suggests studies by autism advocates cannot be trusted. That may be true, but as Charlie Brown says, "Good Grief."
Several pundits have weighed in on behalf of Rep. Peterson's reasons for slowing down this legislation, and we at OKPNS agree. But Sen. Gumm is thrashing Rep. Peterson with the public and the press, and ill-conceived press releases just make matters worse. The message may be legitimate, but the messenger's errors are obscuring that message.
Beginning with last year's ethics problems, Republicans have shown indifference to good communication skills and strategies. This indifference has cost them dearly.
The capitol press corps dislikes conservatives, and the weak get eaten. Like wildebeests crossing the river, the crocs have eaten their share this past year, but the R's just keep on inviting the crocs to take a bite. Peterson just waded in the deep end again.
When will they ever learn?
Labels: Rep. Ron Peterson, Sen. Gumm
Posted at 5/14/2008 08:53:00 AM
