The Plymouth Independent’s recent article on the debate surrounding a private entity’s role in local development really underscored why we need strong local journalism.
The core issue – whether groups [like the Plymouth Foundation] that include town officials should be making public decisions behind closed doors – is vital to the health of our community. When we see projects being shaped outside of fully transparent meetings, it raises important questions about accountability and public trust. As one local official put it, “Government always works best when it’s conducted in daylight.”
We are incredibly fortunate to have a paper that’s willing to ask these tough questions and dig into the operations that truly shape our town’s future. This kind of reporting isn’t just news; it’s the necessary accountability work that helps keep our democracy functioning at the local level.
Good investigative reporting takes time and money. If you value knowing what’s happening behind the scenes in Plymouth, please consider donating to the Independent. Our community needs to make sure this paper has the resources to continue shedding light on the issues that matter most.
– Patrice Minton