We are offended by the content of a recent anonymous website posting.  The complaint referenced underwent a thorough independent investigation, and it was found that there was no corroborating evidence to the claim of sexual harassment.  

We, the undersigned, have worked for John Burton collectively for a period of 180 years.  During that time we never witnessed, or heard of, any sexual harassment by John Burton against any employees or acquaintances, and we’re prepared to testify to that under oath.  This includes staff members Michele Byrnes and Amy Lemley who worked for the Foundation at the time of the complaint.

John may have dropped an “F” Bomb here and there, but throughout our individual and collective careers, he has always shown us respect and gratitude.

Every female supporter of John’s, especially those who have had a long personal relationship with him, as well as women who worked and served with him in the State Senate and Assembly, would not add their names to his candidacy if they thought there was any truth to the allegation.  And neither would we.