An Open Letter on Recent Facebook Comments

An Open Letter on Recent Facebook Comments

By Dr. Rich Busalacchi

Publisher, Franklin Community News

Recently, a Facebook discussion in a Franklin-area group referred to me directly by name, questioning why I file legal actions and suggesting that my efforts are “frivolous,” “harassment,” or a “waste of the court’s time.” Since I am blocked from responding in that group, I am publishing this open letter to set the record straight.

Addressing Misleading Claims

Several comments in the thread are factually incorrect or misleading:

  • “Always loses” – Not true. Some matters are still pending, some are under appeal, and others were strategically withdrawn. Exercising constitutional rights through the courts is not “losing” — it is using the process designed to hold officials accountable.

  • “Harassment” – Filing a John Doe petition is not harassment. It is a lawful mechanism under Wisconsin law to investigate potential criminal misconduct by public officials.

  • “Restraining order proves everything” – The restraining order mentioned in the comments was obtained under false pretenses and has been politically weaponized. My filings document in detail how this was used as part of a broader retaliation campaign.

The John Doe Petition

For those interested in facts rather than speculation, here is the actual filing:

https://thisjustinfromfranklinwi.com/2025/09/23/citizen-journalist-files-john-doe-petition-alleging-pattern-of-misconduct-by-milwaukee-county-and-franklin-officials/

Overview:

  • The petition lays out evidence of a coordinated conspiracy among certain elected officials who misused their office to retaliate against me.  This also involves named private citizens.

  • It documents false police reports, abuse of process, and misconduct that deprived me of due process and equal protection under the law.

  • It seeks lawful judicial review into potential violations that, if proven, are not political disputes but criminal acts under Wisconsin and federal statutes.

Why This Matters to Franklin Residents

This is not just about me personally. These issues affect every Franklin resident in three ways:

  1. Accountability in Local Government – If elected officials can misuse their office to retaliate against citizens, it erodes public trust and discourages others from speaking out. Democracy depends on accountability, even when it’s uncomfortable.

  2. Misuse of Public Resources – When public officials use government staff, law enforcement access, or legal processes for personal or political purposes, that’s taxpayer time and money being diverted away from real community needs.

  3. A Precedent That Impacts Everyone – If officials can silence one citizen through restraining orders, false reports, or backroom influence, it sets a precedent that could be used against anyone in Franklin. Protecting constitutional rights isn’t just about one person’s case — it’s about making sure no resident has their voice suppressed.

Closing

I respect that not everyone will agree with my work. But if my name is going to be discussed in public forums, I ask that it be done based on facts — not rumor, personal attacks, or anonymous innuendo.

At the end of the day, this is about more than one person. It’s about whether Franklin remains a place where truth, accountability, and the rights of all residents are upheld.

And that, I believe, is worth pursuing for the greater good.

Legal Defense:

My open letter is a protected exercise of free speech under the First Amendment. It addresses matters of public concern, including potential misuse of public office, retaliation, and due process violations, and is based on documented court filings. Under Wisconsin law, “harassment” (§ 947.013) requires a course of conduct with no legitimate purpose, and “disorderly conduct” (§ 947.01) requires conduct that is violent, abusive, or otherwise likely to provoke a disturbance. My statement is fact-based, civil, and clearly serves a legitimate purpose: correcting misinformation and informing the community. Because it is neither abusive nor threatening, it cannot reasonably be construed as harassment or disorderly conduct.

Respectfully,

Dr. Rich Busalacchi

Publisher, Franklin Community News


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