October 24, 2024
Board of Education Member is Unfit to Serve: Rejecting A.J. Joshi’s Division and Demanding Integrity in Leaders
I recently read a powerful statement from Mayor Moench, where he demonstrated true leadership by courageously calling out Board of Education member A.J. Joshi for his blatant lies. Mr. Joshi stood before this governing body and falsely accused a Bridgewater police officer of racism against his son and another individual. This was not just a lie—it was a reckless attempt to divide our community for personal gain and public grandstanding.
Like Mayor Moench, I refuse to stay silent in the face of this dishonesty. Mr. Joshi’s accusations were not only an insult to our dedicated police officers and the people of Bridgewater, but also a disgrace to the legacy of the civil rights movement. His words diminish the struggles of those who have experienced real racism, mocking the progress we’ve fought for as a society. A.J. Joshi’s behavior makes one thing clear: he is unfit to serve on the Board of Education. And the right thing—the decent thing—would have been to step down. But instead, he clings to power and now seeks re-election.
What makes this situation even more outrageous is the hypocrisy. While A.J. Joshi fabricated a moment of victimhood for himself, he failed to protect others when discrimination concerns were raised within the school system. At a recent Board of Education meeting, community members came forward with claims of discrimination, hoping for a voice and an advocate. And yet, Mr. Joshi—who claims to champion fairness—remained silent. In the moment when he could have stood up for others, he chose to do nothing.
Our community deserves leaders with integrity—those who do what’s right, even when it’s hard. Mayor Moench exemplifies this courage by speaking the truth, no matter the controversy. Leadership isn’t about chasing attention; it’s about standing firm for what’s best for the people you serve.
A.J. Joshi’s actions are not only unfit for someone in public office, but they also send a dangerous message to the next generation. He has shown himself to be a poor role model for our children—one who lies, divides, and shirks responsibility when it matters most. Bridgewater deserves better.
What makes this situation even more outrageous is the hypocrisy. While A.J. Joshi fabricated a moment of victimhood for himself, he failed to protect others when discrimination concerns were raised within the school system. At a recent Board of Education meeting, community members came forward with claims of discrimination, hoping for a voice and an advocate. And yet, Mr. Joshi—who claims to champion fairness—remained silent. In the moment when he could have stood up for others, he chose to do nothing.
Our community deserves leaders with integrity—those who do what’s right, even when it’s hard. Mayor Moench exemplifies this courage by speaking the truth, no matter the controversy. Leadership isn’t about chasing attention; it’s about standing firm for what’s best for the people you serve.
A.J. Joshi’s actions are not only unfit for someone in public office, but they also send a dangerous message to the next generation. He has shown himself to be a poor role model for our children—one who lies, divides, and shirks responsibility when it matters most. Bridgewater deserves better.
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