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Letters

Miscalculation of an analogy

“A little learning is a dangerous thing.” Alexander Pope obviously never knew Donald Trump when he wrote this famous quote in his poem “An Essay on Criticism” in the early Eighteenth Century, but he was obviously familiar with the type of person who is currently residing in ...

The system isn’t broken

To the editor: With all of the vital questions and concerns our legislators have to address, State Rep. Paul Torkelson, R-Hanska, has proposed a way to prevent further ties - smaller number of representatives. How about spending your time - actually OUR time, since we pay you - talking across ...

Imbalance among branches of government is concerning

To the editor: Our Constitution was ratified on June 21, 1788, when New Hampshire signed it. Article VI defines it as the supreme law of the Land. The President’s oath of office states “will, to the best ability, preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution of the United States”. ...

Minneapolis deaths sad and unnecessary

To the editor: I read with detached bemusement the recent diatribe, “What is happening to our democracy?” Let’s look at what happened in Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge. The Biden administration’s immigration policy allowed an open border that ushered in millions of ...

Don’t need a president seeking spotlight

To the Editor: I am writing because I have to let my frustrations out, so many issues to address. • The lack of concern, as well as the lack of respect and communication, for and between people, seemingly championed by President Trump. • Our president, who is talking of developing, ...

GOP leadership downplays anti-Muslim hate

To the editor: Rep. Andy Ogles (R-TN) recently posted on social media that “Muslims don’t belong in American society.” Similarly, in February, Rep. Randy Fine (R-FL) wrote on X: “If they force us to choose, the choice between dogs and Muslims is not a difficult one.” House Speaker ...