By George Spangler In the two weeks remaining before election day, we must reflect upon whether or not we got our money’s worth with our current elected state officials. In SE Minnesota, we spent about $85,000 in salary and travel expenses for our State Representative and Senator to attend less than 150 days of legislative sessions. What has been our return on investment? … [Read more...]
Letter about Support for gun rights…
To the Editor, I get the impression that some of the special interest groups trying to influence the election should brush up on their history. The second ammendment gives us citizens the right to bear arms. Perhaps those gun opponents missed school when the constitution was discussed. Yet, some of Representative Greg Davids’ critics sound like they want to take our … [Read more...]
Letter about Davids good for farmers and more…
To the Editor, Finally, someone has talked some common sense to those bureaucrats in St. Paul. Greg Davids, who is our State Representative, is chair of the House Tax Committee. He fought for property tax relief for farmers and main street businesses. However, his efforts were derailed by Governor Dayton last session, but if I know Greg, he will be in our corner again in … [Read more...]
Letter about Support for Greg Davids…
To the Editor, Well, it looks like the politicians are at it again. Every time I turn around, someone wants to take our guns away. Apparently, those people have never read the Constitution, which safeguards our right to bear arms. Anti-gun fanatics think that shootings will disappear if the government bans all guns. Well, I have news for them: take guns out of the … [Read more...]
One Moment, Please… Are doctors on commission?
“The reality is the Affordable Care Act is no longer affordable for an increasing number of people,” stated Governor Dayton on October 12, 2016. I keep hearing about how much more people in Southeast Minnesota are going to have to pay for health insurance premiums. A friend of mine in Fountain just told me that his premium is increasing to $3,000 per month ($36,000/yr) with … [Read more...]
Are GMOs a reason to be fearful?
Genetically engineered organisms (GMO) are a hot topic, and have been for quite some time now. There are certainly many arguments for and against the idea of having GMOs. Specifically, GMOs are a concern with our food. The idea that we may be, and probably are mostly, eating foods and other organisms that have been genetically modified is a tad bit creepy, but does it really do … [Read more...]
Response to Mr. Herb Panko’s October 17 letter
By Tommy Thorson Interesting, Democrats see problems with Republican candidates but not candidates from their own party. Mr. Panko makes several points to prove his claim that Donald Trump should not be our next president. Those arguments could at least be factual; 1. Trump, for five years refused to accept President Obama’s U.S. citizenship. True, but he failed to … [Read more...]
Letter about Davids and the veterans cemetery…
To the Editor, Veterans Day is next month, and I think it will take on a special meaning in our area. This will be the first Veterans Day for the new veterans cemetery in Preston. I encourage everyone to take a few minutes and reflect on the freedoms we enjoy today, thanks to the sacrifices made by the men and women who served our nation in the Armed Forces. Throughout … [Read more...]
Letter about Robin Krom committment…
To the Editor, I live in the “greater” Lanesboro community and I am deeply committed to this extraordinary place. When it comes to electing our leaders, I believe we all share a responsibility to elect those who listen well and represent the best long-term interests for all of us. The people we put in power not only define immediate policies, they have the power to either … [Read more...]
Letter about Support for Judge King…
To the Editor, On the ballot that voters receive on election day, generally half of the races for which votes can be cast will be for judicial offices, including district (local court) judges. (These are usually found on the back side of the ballot). Many of these persons, who are identified on the ballot as the “incumbent,” are unopposed in the election, but in some cases … [Read more...]