Douglas Co. Commissioner Lora Thomas says she was ‘evicted from my office’ amid political conflict
By Jen Schumann | Contributing Writer, Rocky Mountain Voice
Lora Thomas has resigned from her position as Douglas County commissioner, a term which was to end in five weeks.
According to a Denver 7 report, Thomas cites years of harassment by fellow commissioners George Teal and Abe Layden as the reason for her decision.
In a press release and conference, Thomas reflected on her public service and the personal toll of the ongoing conflict.
Thomas' resignation ends a career in public service which lasted decades. Before serving as a county commissioner, she broke barriers. She was the first woman captain and major in the Colorado State Patrol. She also served as Douglas County coroner, reducing office costs by 33% and rooting out internal corruption.
Thomas noted her commitmen...