Mayor Seidenberg's Remain Silent

I suggest Mayor Seidenberg remain silent because it creates better economy and brighter future, although the statement from Fornshell Chemical may not be true.
Remain Silent keeps the town in better shape. As the document states, Fornshell Chemical could shrink the size of their factory or relocate if Mayor Seidenberg expose the matter, which could lead to a economical downfall in near future, returning the city to previous conditions, with poor economy along with decaying education system and raising crime rate. (Larson P.1-2) While going forward may be seen as a virtue in common eyes, based on Machiavelli’s statement, it could result in ruin-the possible downfall of the city; on the other hand, actions which are considered vice-keeping silent and reporting, can
(Machiavelli P. 74-75) In this case, it is exactly the mayor should do. Being trustworthy and humane, she should report to the city prosecutor and fight for the right of the family impacted, however, she will lose her job and the city’s future if she chooses to act in such manner. Based on above paragraph, it’s safe to conclude that the town will suffer from economical impact if the company were to leave, creating social issues that would further impact the future of the city. Also, though the pollution-impacted area was small and people were few (Larson P.1-2), she may still lose her job based on reason beside economical impact. When Fornshell Chemical tampered with the result of the inquiry, she did not see through, and later on when she does, the pollution might have caused more harm to citizens, and it was her oversight that resulted such. People would doubt her leadership, causing the mayor to lose her position, leaving the town with no bright future with poor economics and unstable government that may not have far-sight administration. (Larson