Bike lane on Main
Bike lane on Main
The bike project on
Contempt of
I have viewed bits and pieces of the congressional confirmation hearing on Judge
I believe what we are seeing is a disservice to our nation's young people when they witness a steady dose of rudeness, disrespect, "throwing away of the rules" for proper decorum, and condescending behavior by the very body that should be demonstrating the high ideals that have made our country great.
This is particularly disheartening when our society increasingly stresses the need to be aware of "bullying" and to stand up and protect those that are bullied. Is it a stretch to consider the behavior demonstrated by some of the confirmation committee members to be bullying?
Another point to consider is this. A judge can declare an individual to be in contempt of court when "their behavior opposes or defies the authority, justice, and dignity of the court." Likewise, an individual might be declared in contempt of
So, consider this question: In light of the disrespectful, rude, and anything but civil conduct we have seen played out for "prime time viewing," is our the
Our nation and our future leaders deserve better than this. Shame on those that have yet to learn how to speak and act with civility.
Boycott the NFL
I think
But let's not confuse that with the much greater concern - freedom.
Skoch is looking for a uniform homogeneous patriotism. The peculiar American notion of freedom has always allowed for differences and disagreements. To suggest that those who dissent are not patriots runs contrary to this accepted philosophy. When the reality of life in this country does not live up to cherished ideals, symbols, like the flag, become meaningless and the sentimentality rings hollow.
To "take a knee" is not about disrespect. It's about the freedom to express a personal opinion. It's not about dishonoring anyone who in whatever way ... war or peace or protest ... helped shape our nation for the better. Decency is not standing with hand over heart for our flag. Decency is making sure our neighbors are fed, clothed, educated, healthy, safe and treated equally under the law. This is the promise of America, symbolized by our flag - a promise broken to so many that the flag should hang limply in shame.
Yes, it is political. We have a profane, morally bankrupt president and a majority congress full of "yes men" who continue to gut the liberties of citizenship.
If you want respect for our flag, and people to reflect the sanctity of our nation,
MARY-BETH PHILLIPS
Cancer walk
I was reading the newspaper when I saw the letter to the editor submitted by
As a peritoneal carcinomatosis cancer survivor of two years, I can appreciate the support from the community to bring awareness for both types of cancers that ironically have many similarities with each disease.
The HEAT IT TO BEAT IT walk differentiates itself through the support, education, and funds for HIPEC surgery, short for hyperthermic intraperitoneal Chemotherapy. It's amazing that many physicians' treating patients with advanced stages of abdominal cancer do not know what HIPEC is.
Basically, it's a solution added directly to the abdominal cavity during surgery that destroys and kills cancer cells and enhances the effects of chemotherapy. Dr.
Dr.
This year's HITBI event is scheduled at
Defining abortion
She just doesn't want to admit that abortion is murder. When did murder become shoddy?
McCain and Trump
The stark contrast in character between
Fair winds and following seas to you
BRIAN McVEIGH
Where are the features?
I miss
Do I really care about a dream home in the woods near
With all the talented young reporters that Rob Hiassen mentored, isn't there one that could take up Wendi's baton and run with it?
Editor's Note: We are moving to return both the Home of the Week and Teen of the Week features. We miss Wendi, too.
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