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Karma13612

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4. I'm fine with this.

Reply to Omaha Steve (Original post)

Wed Mar 18, 2026, 08:47 AM

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Why should the state or city be paying for the defense of a public official (current or former) who is accused of committing sexual assault. It involves his own personal behavior, nothing to do with his public service.

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The kids were right. This guy is awesome. Scrivener7 Wednesday #1

Yes they were & he sure is! SheltieLover Wednesday #2

Regardless of the outcome, the city has no reason to pay for Adams' defense FakeNoose Wednesday #3

I'm fine with this. Karma13612 Wednesday #4

Good for Mayor Mamdani Mysterian Wednesday #5

Sounds sensible Lulu KC Wednesday #6

You mean taxpayers normally foot the bill to defend criminals? mdbl Wednesday #7

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The headline is misleading . . . markpkessinger Wednesday #9

Kinda makes one wonder . . . markpkessinger Wednesday #10