Endorsement lacked supporting evidence

Regarding your endorsement editorial headlined, "Maglio for Roselle village president," I have a point of contention that needs to be discussed. Good journalism provides readers with an in-depth analysis supported by facts, anecdotal evidence and at times data points.

When statements are made, they need to be supported. After all, journalists work to support the interests of your readers and the greater community that your readers live in. You work for the people and no one else.

"Maglio is endorsed" reads the last line. The line that as an editor you want readers to remember. This is troubling as a longtime reader, as there was no supporting evidence presented in your endorsement as to why you are endorsing Maglio. Is it because he's more handsome? Did the political fairy godmother say so? Making an endorsement without support and greater in-depth analysis is not a sign of credibility.

The Daily Herald is not a communications department for a politician or political campaign.

Andrew Tamas

Roselle