About a year or so ago, I was unjustly arrested and accused of many crimes that carried the potential penalty of 120 years in prison. Jack Goehring pressed charges against me for something I was innocent of, and he even scheduled a photographer to be on hand to document my arrest in an effort to defame me, no matter the result of a judge's decision. Given that the accusations were untrue, I am pleased with the positive outcome of that trial.

Now, Jack Goehring is suing the Middleburg Eccentric newspaper, its publisher, Dan Morrow, and me for 9.4 million dollars for defamation of his name, for running a story that outlined the truth related to the charges that were brought against me during that time. I have done my very best over the years to deliver unbiased truth in the Eccentric, and I value dearly the First Amendment which supports freedom of speech. Today, I am reaching out to the community for support in defending Dan Morrow, myself and this publication against the baseless accusations of Jack Goehring. I am again being unconscionably attacked and sued.

As many well know, the financial burden to defend oneself can be debilitating. Any support you can offer would be greatly appreciated.

Please make checks payable to:
Edward B. MacMahon, Jr., PLC
P.O. Box 25
Middleburg, VA 20118

Note on the check:
Middleburg Eccentric Defense Fund