Jackson county and city recently hired Crystal Dixon of Maumee, Ohio to head their human resources department. She was fired from her job at the University of Toledo in 2008 after writing a letter about her position on equality to the Toledo Free Press. In it she argued that gay and lesbian individuals are not civil rights victims because they have the ability to "choose a homosexual lifestyle."

A public leader with this type of record is unacceptable anywhere in our state.

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Jackson residents deserve someone who is qualified to serve as their human resources director. The job in question places Crystal Dixon as lead negotiator for contract agreements and will make her an influential voice in searches for department heads. She needs to be capable of providing equal opportunity and advocating for the interests of all Jackson residents. Her job history simply makes her unqualified to serve the entire Jackson community.

Take action now to let Jackson officials know that this decision cannot be tolerated. Send an email to Interim County Administrator Adam Brown and City Mayor Karen Dunigan.