Commentary
Orange County has lost an elected official who was a genuine gentleman. Many of us bid farewell to former Orange County Supervisor William G. Steiner Friday morning, Jan. 13, at his memorial service at the church in which he served in leadership roles, Covenant Presbyterian Church, in the city of Orange, California. We are glad that he is in heaven now; he left an amazing legacy in his focus on protecting children. And he showed fortitude in everything that he took on.
It is always a good idea to say positive things about individuals at the time of their passing, but the tributes provided in the media have either not mentioned or have glossed over the elephant in the room. Former Orange County Homeless Director Karen Roper, one of the many wonderful eulogizers, did bring up the “b” word. For historical purposes, this outstanding public servant did have a missed opportunity resulting in a blemish on his otherwise amazing career….