Dear Editor; In deciding who shall get my vote on November 3 for U.S. Representative from the First Wisconsin District, it seems prudent to look at the real facts. Our nation is in a crisis; both candidates, Rep. Steil and Mr. Polack recognize that. We are facing violence and destruction in our cities, such as […]
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Posted inCommunity, Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor: It’s Not If, But When Local Colleges Will Switch to Remote Learning
At the moment, both of our local residential colleges are pursuing optimistic plans that involve students living on campus and taking some classes in person this fall. Under ideal circumstances, this would be a sound plan, but these are not ideal circumstances, and many are wondering if UW-Parkside and Carthage College will make the move […]
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Letter to the editor: What it’s like to have COVID
I wore a mask. My customers usually wore a mask. When I went out places, some wore a mask. I never get sick, had no flu in decades. But I still wore mine or distanced. Then, 12 days ago I got sick. I couldn’t smell anything. My appetite disappeared. So weird. Then, congestion came and […]
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Letter to the Editor: Now is not the time to play games
While my friends and I who vote third party, hold fast to our hopes of a better brand of American politics than that of our current corrupt two-party system, it is what it is, and the inevitable must be realized, that the continuation of false doctrines is cemented at this juncture; however, the Democrats and […]
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Letter to the Editor: Principles of Democracy
Today’s America challenges us to question how we Americans are doing as citizens of the United States of America. In order to better understand our democracy and what it stands for I present the “Principles of Democracy”. Citizen participationEquality.Political tolerance.Accountability.Transparency.Regular free and fair elections.Economic freedom.Control of the abuse of power.Bill of Rights.Accepting the results of […]
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Letter to the Editor: Tourism in Wisconsin
LETTER TO THE EDITOR As we approach the new year, I have a lot to be thankful for this holiday season. As you likely know, it is the mission of the Department of Tourism to inspire travelers to experience Wisconsin. We work closely with destination marketing organizations, industry associations, and attractions throughout the state to […]