To the editor: As Americans, we all want a country where we can speak our mind and live our lives within societal norms… without restriction. The United States has done well for over 250 years; but, tempers are flaring. People are polarizing…right/left, red/blue. The more polarized we ...

To the editor: I write letters to the editor. I try to share my Christian, conservative (right of center) views with anyone who might care to read or listen. I receive many words of support from passers by on the street. Words from people I know, and complete strangers who recognize me. I ...

To the editor: I take this opportunity to share with you a message from the Catholic Relief Services and the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (edited for brevity). On Aug. 29, the administration proposed rescinding an additional $4.9 billion in international assistance, ...

To the editor: Donald Trump focused on the economy throughout his campaign. He blamed Democrats for the slow post COVID economic recovery, riding to the presidency on promises of an immediate Golden Age. Instead, Trump’s policies have worsened the finances of most Americans. The ...

To the editor: In his 9/5/25 email to constituents, Rep. Finstad says he “was proud to be joined by Rep. Michelle Fischbach in welcoming EPA Administrator, Lee Zeldin, to southern Minnesota for a tour of Christensen Farms.” Under Zeldin, the EPA is busy “unleashing prosperity through ...

To the editor: As we were celebrating our 58th wedding anniversary this past August, the waitress in the restaurant asked what our secret was to staying together for many years? JoAnn and I both agreed that “thinking of the other person before thinking about yourself” is what makes it ...