Kevin Mannix's accusation letter

Kevin Mannix letter on Mike Erickson:

Dear Paul,

Sometimes a leader has to step forward and take responsibility for delivering difficult news. Recently, I have been presented with extremely disturbing information about my opponent, Mike Erickson, and the disrespectful way he treated a young woman.

This information is reflected in the verified email that is enclosed with this letter. The only alteration I have made to the email is to remove a last name and email address.

My campaign supporters have conferred with people involved in this story, and I am convinced that the story is real. The information was provided by others to the media, and I understand the media have carried out extensive investigations and have confirmed many of the details.

It is important that you, the voter, be aware of this situation. Rarely have I been confronted with such a difficul decision as to whether to proceed with something of this nature. But what is on the line here is the character of the person who will represent you in Congress.

Many people have suggested to me that I allow some “other party” to share this information with you so that I can stand by and watch the situation develop. I believe it is important for me to take personal responsibility for sharing this story.

In my twenty years of public service, I have been careful to work on behalf of the people and to be open about the issues which confront us. I cannot in good conscience allow this election to proceed without being open with you as
to this sad situation which has been presented to me.

Sincerely,
Kevin L. Mannix