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"These keyboard warriors are dangerous people."

Colorado state Sen. Rod Pelton criticizing the role of social media in local government disputes. Pelton made the remark as lawmakers consider a bill to streamline how abandoned towns are declared and managed, following turmoil in Hartman, Colo. The town’s entire leadership resigned after years of infighting, leaving critical infrastructure, including its failing water system, without oversight. He said online pressure and harassment helped drive the town’s officials to resign and warned that other local leaders are facing similar social media dynamics, raising concerns about governance and public service in small communities. (The Denver Post)