Controversial remarks posted on Sedalia’s official Facebook page ahead of April 7 election

The city of Sedalia is facing backlash after offensive comments about a mayoral candidate were posted on its official Facebook page. Sedalia City Administrator Matthew Wirt told KRCG that the comments do not reflect the city’s core values. (KRCG) City leaders say the employee responsible has since been fired, but the candidate targeted says this goes beyond one post. Traves Williams says what happened on the city’s Facebook page is just the latest example of what he calls months of harassment since entering the race for mayor. Traves Williams is running for Sedalia mayor against incumbent Andrew Dawson. Over the weekend, he became the target of controversial comments posted on the city’s official Facebook page. In response to a user criticizing Dawson in a Sedalia Facebook group, the city’s account replied: “Dawson can read and write well. He’s actually extremely smart. If Traves Williams can do better, I want and need to hear how he plans to guide us.” The post continues: “The truth is, he doesn’t have the foggiest. You should have a basic knowledge and education level to be a mayor, in my opinion.” The city says the comments were made by an employee with access to its
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