Arkansas

It is a political setting by history and tradition.

And then the public humiliation of being arrested in front of her colleagues and judges, etc.
With handcuffs. That is ridiculous. She was carrying around a clipboard. Left her other materials in her car.

No one was in danger, she did not violate the law, etc.

Generally in other professions, the regulating board handles matters quietly, in a careful and prudent way.

Sounds like a political hit job, someone with an agenda against this woman.
They were gunning for her right away.

It is either personal or the cause she is fighting for.
But that doesn't make sense, you are saying the proposed bill is somewhat watered
down and does not go far enough.

We don't know if it is personal or business. But someone was sending a loud, clear public message.

Yes see if you can ask some back channel questions.
But be careful Tom, there is someone very nasty and vindictive behind this.