Abbott’s Condolences to Deceased Rosalynn Carter Spark Outrage
Gov. Abbott mistakenly sent condolences to the late First Lady Rosalynn Carter, a blunder that highlights a surprising lack of oversight within his office. It’s a story that sparks a wide range of reactions, from disbelief to outright anger, and reveals a deeper issue of competence, or perhaps a calculated lack thereof, within the Texas Governor’s office.
The fact that this error made it through multiple layers of review is astounding. One would expect that a statement of condolence, especially one from a governor, would undergo rigorous scrutiny before being released. The sheer number of individuals involved in crafting and approving such statements implies a systemic failure; a dozen or more people seemingly failed to notice that Rosalynn Carter passed away over a year ago.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood 
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