What a mess
- Tami
- Jan 23
- 2 min read
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CALLING THE BLUFF
The Stuart City Commission has faced ongoing criticism for allegedly jeopardizing the train station deal by refusing to acquiesce to Brightline and Martin County's demands.
Brightline has repeatedly threatened to strip Stuart the privilege of a train stop and allow Fort Pierce to construct a station, and many believed these threats were genuine. So, with the controversy and resistance in Stuart, why is Brightline not building in Ft Peirce?
It has become evident that Brightline’s claims are more about coercion than genuine intention. As the discussions unfold, it is clear that such assertions were nothing more than empty statements intended to manipulate the commissioners into accepting an unfavorable agreement. Brightline's persistent intimidation has raised eyebrows and caused considerable controversy. We residents are increasingly skeptical about the negotiations' effectiveness and the long-term impact on the community. Again, if Fort Pierce was supposedly the better deal, why has Brightline not taken steps to build there?
Brightline's earlier bravado has been laid bare, as their charade misled many commissioners and staff. With the deception now fully understood, it is clear that Brightline's claims lacked any substantial backing. The recent shift in power dynamics has left long-standing authorities grappling with a changing landscape where their once firm grip on influence is slipping away. The new commissioners are rising to the occasion, demonstrating resilience and a steadfast commitment to safeguarding the community's interests. This awakening marks a pivotal moment; our commissioners will no longer be manipulated by those who are supposed to represent them, nor will the tactics of dubious entities sway them. The people of our community are tired of being bamboozled. The innuendoes and veiled threats once commonplace in local politics will no longer be tolerated. Abundantly clear, our new commissioners have the strength and courage to stand up and call their bluff.
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