There are growing concerns that some elected representatives are no longer acting with the independence required of their role.
Whether due to political pressure, fear of backlash or a desire to avoid conflict, there appears to be a pattern of reluctance to challenge certain viewpoints.
When councillors stop asking hard questions, stop testing recommendations, or consistently defer to external pressure, they cease to function as true representatives.
When representatives stop representing.
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