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Lots of petty obstacles to e-mailing pols
(UNEDITED)This evening I spent most of an hour attempting to send about a 50 word email to all five members of Utah's delegation in DC. It began with a quick Google search "email your congressman and senator."
Views: 65 | Thursday, July 2, 2009Some Christian scripture is sans volunteerism
I recently chided ultraconservatives for condemning socialism while worshipping Jesus, whose economic thinking was clearly socialistic. The response to my allegation was swift. Government socialism, as the argument went, is coerced.
Too much stimulus
A few weeks ago I received a $250.00 stimulus check which I promptly applied to a home remodeling project. In gratitude, the government graciously rewarded me with the privilege of paying an additional $310.00 in taxes for the remainder of this year.
We need leaders who can create money
(UNEDITED) In what area is humanity in continual crisis? With an unacceptable number of people in the poverty level while simultaneously a small portion of humanity holds the world's wealth under private control, should we not look at the economics of wealth and its creation of money?
Rocky Mountain sues Willard
(UNEDITED) The planning commission said let RMP go through they have met all 31 conditions for the conditional use permit on 24 Sept 2008 if RMP get's pushed they will sue for $40,000,000.00 like they threatened in Oct 2008.
Obama refuses to endorse malpractice reform
(UNEDITED) In Pres. Obama's stated goal of medical cost containment and Professor Mathur's commentary of market inefficiency problems, I don't see any mention of one big cost - our current medical malpractice practices and their resulting costs.
Health care is not a normal business
(UNEDITED) There are constant cries to not allow any government involvement in our health care system. Let the free market reign and we will have a more efficient and cost effective system, they say.
Abortion is a religious issue
(UNEDITED) On Sunday June 21, 2009 ego/id wrote a response to a letter written by Iris Seyfield of Ogden regarding abortion. I found that response to be very empty and one sided.
Secular schooling a giant benefit for America
(UNEDITED) Allan Hales (We have strayed far from our Christian moorings) bemoans taxation as being immoral. Especially offensive to hrim, apparently, is paying for secular schooling. I would argue that secular schooling has been of gigantic benefit to America.
Barrels equal jobs
(UNEDITED) Barrels, barrels, barrels. Jobs, jobs, jobs.
How's all the Obama hope and change working for you?
(UNEDITED) Hows all that "Hope and Change" working for you Obama people?
Biggest Pioneer Day celebration was in 1897
(UNEDITED) As questions have been raised about the "75th Anniversary of Pioneer Days", we at the DUP Museum have done some research. We found that there were indeed celebrations of "Pioneer Day" in Ogden and other communities in Weber County prior to 1934.
Pit bull ordinances need revision
In regards to Ogden City "regulating pit bulls": I do agree that regulation is needed. But, do we need to regulate the pit bull breed or the people owning the dog, regardless of breed?
Taxation is immoral
(UNEDITED) Do you want to know why taxes keep going up and up? It is because conservatives (especially Republicans) like you have not understood this simple fact: TAXATION IS IMMORAL.
Action needed to save hospice from funding cuts
(UNEDITED)Last year, more than 1.4 million dying Americans and their families chose hospice to support them through the end-of-life process. But access to this high-quality care is threatened by funding cuts enacted by the Bush administration, set to begi
Cap and trade will kill the U.S. economy
(UNEDITED) Maia, the mother of Mercury sits on her throne wearing a Phrygian Cap (Sleeping Cap), holding the staff of Mercury/Hermes "Caduceus" carved into the Federal Reserve Building. Tikkun Olam is Hebrew for "Repairing the World".
Hooperites should vote to get rid of tyrants
Well folks, election time is closing in on us again. There's a couple of concerns we need to keep in mind. Certain people have no regard for others. Generally it seems these people are those who have a little authority and let it go to their heads.
We are the benefactors of what the pioneers left us
(UNEDITED) The other day I was parked at a local bank in Syracuse when I noticed a small old log cabin sitting behind the Syracuse Museum.
Reader infuriated at douple-dipping accusations
(UNEDITED) I am infuriated at the accusations of double-dipping against an individual who has been serving the community.
Cap and trade bill an embarrassment
(UNEDITED) The U.S. House of Representatives just passed the American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009, or cap-and-trade bill.
Prayers go to Capt. Houghton
(UNEDITED) Last summer while recuperating from a surgery, I was standing in the back yard garden of our home in Syracuse, when a flight of F-16s came over in their familiar grouping of three. I jumped and waived my hat to the lead jet.
We could use a new National Anthem
(UNEDITED) About a year ago, my son and I were watching the preliminary events prior to a hockey game on television. The Toronto Maple Leafs were hosting the game, so a professional entertainer was singing the Canadian National Anthem, "Oh, Canada".
Reader not satisfied with no charges in puppy death
(UNEDITED) I admit I do not know the intricacies of the law, so perhaps leaving the scene of an accident was too harsh a charge for the corrections officer who hit a dog.
Political scene run like the Politburo
(UNEDITED) I am frightened and appalled at the ease in which the United States of America has been taken over by a faction that is not unlike our old enimies of the cold war.
Scouts, others in community could clean up river
(UNEDITED) I was appalled by this article. $1M to only clean up a 1 mile stretch. Why can't Mayor Godfrey put this out as a service project? One Saturday 7-6pm anyone can go out there and help clean up the dead plants, trash and debris.
Guns owners want to protect freedoms
(UNEDITED)I love America! I love having the freedom to post my opinion in a publicly read newspaper. I love being able to vote. I love all the freedoms I enjoy at the expense of my forefathers, that felt so strongly about insuring these freedoms.
Jesus taught about charity, not socialism
As I read the letter of June 20, "Jesus was a major supporter of socialism," I couldn't help but wonder what the writer's definition of socialism was. I read the definition in a couple of reference books.
War vets should've been V.I.P.s at air show
At the recent air show at Hill Air Force Base, there was a section roped off for V.I.P.s. When I asked the person at the entrance who these people were, she answered she didn't really know. After that, I asked her if any of those were Afghanistan or Iraq war vets
Conservatives bragged about 'taking the high road'
(UEDITED) During the presidential campaign, all I kept hearing was that "Conservatives take the high road. They have character and morals." Even with the ongoing, recurring moral decay in the Republican party,.
Proposed breed-specific legislation is flawed
(UNEDITED)BSL seeks to limit or restrict ownership. It has a trickle down effect on the economic health of the community. Ogden has focused on responsible growth, and many companies have relocated to Ogden for it's affordable cost of living.
Obama's Cairo speech was troubling, dangerous
The June 6 editorial, "Obama's Cairo speech," in my opinion, and with the facts I have researched, was one-sided. The speech was very troubling and dangerous for Americans. It was dressed up with flowery words and lavished with greatness.
State has valid purpose in recognizing traditional marriage
A local man recently offered a thoughtful column suggesting that government should sanction as equal with marriage any kind of relationship private individuals and churches can conjure up (A government-sponsored divine institution? 6/21/09).
Hatch Act not intended to harm the public
(UNEDITED) Is the Hatch Act serving the "Public Good" when it punishes a Public Servant for making decisions for the Public Good? The Ogden Police Chief or the Police Department applies for federal grants to serve the public better.
National Anthem stirs memories, love of country
Here's another viewpoint regarding the June 13 column by Michael Kinsley, "We need a new National Anthem." His trashing of our most precious and patriotic songs was at the very least childish and boorish. He is entitled to his opinion, of course, but bei
U-turn in school zone presents hazard
(UNEDITED) Why do people think it's okay to make a u-turn in a school zone? Why do they think it's okay to turn left when the sign says right turn ONLY. Are they somehow exempt from the rules. I see these things nearly everyday when I pick up my kids.
Jesus' idea of univeral equality wasn't socialism
(UNEDITED)The writer of the June 20 letter, "Jesus was a major supporter of socialism", obviously doesn't understand the meaning of socialism. Mass murderers, Vladimir Lenin, Joseph Stalin, and Adolph Hitler were all socialists and committed atheists...
Schools should teach age-appropriate gun safety
(UNEDITED) Truly accidental firearm deaths among children are rare. But, the goal is zero. Unfortuantely, another child has lost his life to unsafe firearm handling (http://www.adn.com/news/alaska/crime/story/836161.html). We have sex-ed. We have drivers-ed.
U.S. healthcare not 'the best on the planet'
(UNEDITED) A recent letters to the editor comment stated that following England's example (the implication is socialized medicine) would destroy the best health care system on the planet. The facts suggest that we do not have the best.
Jesus didn't force socialism
(UNEDITED)Responding to June 20th letter "Jesus was a major supporter of socialism." Anyone who believes Jesus taught Socialism would also believe the are no dogs in heaven (Ephesians 5:27; "without spot.") What Jesus actually taught is that we should lo
'Pea fowl' part of North Ogden's zoo
(UNEDITED)Regarding all the recent hub-bub about the Chambers' pea fowl: I don't get it. My wife and I have lived here for 13 years, having moved here from the South, and thought that North Ogden was just a quirky little "have whatever sort of animal in your backyard you want to have."
Sen. Boxer disrespected Gen. Walsh
(UNEDITED)In a show of consummate arrogance, the most honorable senator from California, Barbara Boxer, called down Brigadier General Michael Walsh for addressing her as "ma'am" rather than "senator". How dare a lowly peasant fail to show proper deference in the presence of divinity!
We also need a registry for drivers who 'text'
What a wonderful idea; a DUI registry on the Internet (June 19, "Group wants DUI registry"). Since people using cell phones while driving (especially texting) are considered just as dangerous as driving under the influence.
Obama still maintains 'robust approval ratings'
The letter of June 22, "Obama administration gets mostly grade "F," lacked any kind of documentation. "USA Today" conducted a recent poll that had a 3 percent margin of error, meaning that about 1,000 people had been interviewed. According to the poll, Obama has not only maintained robus approval ratings...
We have strayed far from our Christian moorings
(UNEDITED) There was a war in Heaven fought over agency. One wanted to compel everyone to do good, the Other wanted men to be free to choose. That war continues today and is very evident in our current public education system.
Tough to get a peacock to sign its name
(UNEDITED) After reading Our View in the June 19 paper ("Ogden's peacock parade") this is my opinion; The article stated that Mr. Burton should get a signed citation that he could issue the next time the peacocks invaded his property. Good luck!
Breed discrimination law bad idea
Best Friends Animal Society believes that profiling canines is not the way to achieve safe, humane communities because all dogs -- not just specific breeds -- can bite.
Those involved in archeological theft made choices
Regarding the June 15 news article, "Senators call archeological raid 'overkill'": I don't understand the uproar. Apparently these people were in trouble earlier for the same reason. It seems that their problems from the past did not make much of an impression on these people.
It's impossible to elect a truly honest politician
I'm looking toward my upcoming 80th birthday, but sadly to say, I don't expect to see much happiness or tranquility to look forward to anymore. We have a bunch of corrupt lawyers, politicans and so-called "behavioral modification sex therapists" running...
It's time to stop wars
(UNEDITED) The Bible is a book about history, culture and international relations as much as it is about religion. That is why even our most liberal constitutional change agents understand it can be discussed academically in public schools.
Health care reform is a must for our nation
(UNEDITED)I truly cannot understand why there is many who hold a negative outlook towards health care reform in presumable the richest country in the world- America. I, as an English woman, now a permenant legal resident of this beautiful America have ...
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