Opinion

Letters to the Editor

Rob Kerchner | It Was All Avoidable

Because of an overreaction to COVID-19 we foolishly hobbled our economy and racked up massive debt. It was entirely avoidable. Now we’re facing inflation, recession, AND the potential for the

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Gerald Staack | The Reason for Jan. 6

What are the real reasons behind the Jan. 6 insurrection when angry mobs stormed the Capitol, the American bastion of U.S. democracy? They appeared to be middle-class protesters, discontented and

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Phil Neiman | The Real Threats to Democracy?

I read parts of Gary Horton’s (Oct. 19) column — I am not a glutton for punishment. He seems most concerned about “threats” to democracy, a common theme among most

Gary Horton

Gary Horton | Honor Our One Flag of Unity

After a divisive election, it’s timely to remember an original American guiding principle of national unity…  There’s been hubbub about modified U.S. flags being flown at our high school football

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Hilmar A. Rosenast | You Still Have Time

This is in response to Arthur Saginian’s letter of Oct. 28, “Still an Interesting Read.” I have no intention of addressing Mr. Saginian’s issues. I would remind him, however, that

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Ronald Perry | Nation at a Tipping Point

In 1858, Abraham Lincoln said, “A house divided against itself, can not stand.” He was speaking about slavery states and non-slavery states at that time. But I would submit to

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Arthur Saginian | Just More Venom

This morning’s letter (Sept. 7) from Lawrence Lester makes some very good points regarding President Donald Trump, confidential documents, presidential powers and the FBI raid on Mar-a-Lago, but it also

David Hegg

David Hegg | Win or Lose, Be a Winner

If you’re like me, you’ve felt that this election season has been much more spirited than previous midterm contests. And, again if you’re like me, you’ve found yourself invested in

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Gwladys Axelrod | Too Much Partisanship

I used to like John Boston before he became political. People like John Boston should not be allowed to write a full column blasting people who do not agree with

Mike Garcia | Continuing to Deliver, Serve 27th District

Editor’s note: Today’s opinion page featured guest columns from each of the two candidates for the 27th Congressional District. The column by Garcia’s opponent, challenger Christy Smith, can be found here. It’s

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Dr. Aakash Ahuja | A Divisive Precedent

The following is a copy of a letter to the governing board of the William S. Hart Union High School District.  Re: The Blue Line Flag matter at Saugus High

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Linda Storli | We Only Need One Flag

I would like to clarify my opinion concerning carrying the Thin Blue Line flag onto the field during our football games. First and almost foremost, I support law enforcement. I