Letter to the editor: Speaker Sommers did "exceptional" job

Strong leaders do not shrink from criticism; they know the role invites it – especially so when it seems easier to casually throw hand grenades rather than work to solve problems. Wyoming appreciates that we had a Speaker with the courage to carefully considered the legislation that came before him, weighing the consequences of each bill and its importance to the people of Wyoming and the state. Speaker Sommers’ charge was to ensure time was used responsibly and deliberation done properly. Given the large number of freshman legislators this session, the Speaker did this job admirably.