At issue on this appeal is the scope of constitutional protection to be afforded allegedly defamatory statements, expressed in the form of opinions concerning plaintiff's performance while in public office. We hold that, in the procedural posture in which this case reaches us, plaintiff's allegations are legally sufficient to state a cause of action for defamation. The complained of statements, although...
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