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Letters to the Editor

All US elections need reforming

Legislators who do not vote for proof of citizenship and photo I.D. in order to vote in our elections are an obvious threat to democracy. Legislators who say it isn’t fair to blacks are racist, not fair to women, chauvinistic bigots. It suggests that blacks and women are not smart enough or ...

Takes issue with bumper sticker

I read with interest the recent letter written by a Vietnam veteran. First of all, I want to thank him and all military, past and present, who have served our country with might and valor. Thank you, sir! As far as the bumper stickers on his car, that’s his right. He has the freedom of ...

About those bumper stickers

My name is Robert (Bob) Simon and I am one of the individuals who started the recall of the Dickinson County commissioners. It is my understanding that a photo of two of the three bumpers stickers on my automobile has been posted on the internet. One of these bumper stickers says, “The ...

Preserve historic fair concessions building

I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the Dickinson County Fair Board's recent decision to tear down the historic concessions building at the fairgrounds rather than pursue repairs, using available marijuana tax revenue and community donations. This fair building is more than wood ...

Stop signs, replay and the Commandments

They say there are two sides to every story, and “they” are right. Problem being, both sides can’t be right. Truth transcends wrong thinking and wrong feelings. In view of the recent murders in our country along with an increase of extreme hatred and violence many are asking, how can we ...

Condoning by action of inaction

Are we following the Constitution? The U.S. Constitution, among other things, defines how our federal government should work and the limits it has. It defines the three branches of government and the duties of each in order to maintain a democratic form of government. A weak legislature ...