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In January 2021, a virtual Grand Traverse County Commission meeting took a startling turn when a commissioner displayed a rifle on camera during public comment. The act sparked a years-long legal battle, culminating in a $100,000 settlement and a formal apology. In this episode, we speak with Keli MacIntosh, the plaintiff at the center of the case, about civic participation, intimidation, and what accountability looks like in local government.
By Jim HornIn January 2021, a virtual Grand Traverse County Commission meeting took a startling turn when a commissioner displayed a rifle on camera during public comment. The act sparked a years-long legal battle, culminating in a $100,000 settlement and a formal apology. In this episode, we speak with Keli MacIntosh, the plaintiff at the center of the case, about civic participation, intimidation, and what accountability looks like in local government.