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Letters to the editor

Letter to the Editor: Problem with HJR 3020

House Joint Resolution (HJR) 3020 calls for all the Christian Bible to be formally recognized as the “inerrant foundational document for our society and government.” I believe scripture is useful for many things, but law is not one. As stated in 2 Timothy 3:16; “All Scripture is ...

Letter to the Editor: Thank you

On behalf of the BJFM (Blues, Jazz and Folk Music) Society Board, the board’s officers would like to thank many in the greater communities of Marietta and Parkersburg for yet another successful River City Blues Festival, our 32nd. There are so many to thank that we hope that we don’t leave ...

Letter to the Editor: Take back the power

Our needs are not being met. Indeed, they are not being considered. What we have grown to depend on is not only more difficult to obtain but in some cases being completely destroyed. We elect delegates who are supposed to protect us. We desire safe foods, effective vaccines, enough food for ...

Letter to the Editor: Standing down, standing by not an option

President Trump is currently creating chaos by intentionally issuing multiple illegal executive actions that must be challenged in federal court. He is illegally canceling programs enacted by Congress, terrorizing our federal employees by illegal/random firings and alienating our long-term ...

Letter to the Editor: Broken promises

Donald Trump promised Americans that he would lower costs, cut inflation, and improve the economy. Yet in his first six weeks, he has raised costs, increased inflation, and depressed the economy, all while cutting vital services that Americans depend on. He has already broken his promises and ...

Letter to the Editor: Social Security works

Social Security is most certainly not a “Ponzi scheme” as alleged by Musk. It is a social insurance system and has worked very well for the people of this country. The first Social Security check was paid in 1937. Since then a payment has never been late or missed. Now, under the Trump ...