March 10, 2008 02:48 pm
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Don’t blame Hillary for Bill’s actions
In response to Randy Webb’s letter of March 6, I am sorry that he hates Hillary Clinton so much.
In Europe, there are several women who run countries and we have many women in Congress and other highly important corporate positions. I think she can do a better job than John McCain. He is too old and changes his mind on too many things.
It seems Mr. Webb is condemning her for her husband’s mistakes and for things Congress has done. I am sorry about the way he feel about Mrs. Clinton but it seems like he doesn’t think she’s smart enough to hold office. Or is it just because she is a woman?
Betty Staten, Ashland
Do your duty: Register and vote
Voting is one of the most important things that can be done as an American. Voting gives people the right to voice their opinion on pending laws, ordinances, and who they want to serve in local and state offices. It also will let people decide who will be the leaders of our country. Voting makes it impossible for someone or one party to stay in an office longer than the legal amount of time.
Some elections are won by a very small margin, and it could have gone in the other direction if everyone who was eligible to vote had registered and actually voted. People who do not vote let others decide what is good for the way that they will be living their lives.
Voting decides how America will be run and everyone’s voice should be heard. Voting is a part of being American, and everyone should take advantage of it.
If you are not registered to vote, then register. Cut off date to register for the May 20 primary is April 21. Also if you are registered and want to change your address, you can do that. However, if you want to change parties, it is too late for this primary election for that cut off date was December 2007.
Do your duty as an American.
Mary Vaccarella, Russellville
Media tries to paint nation by colors
“United we stand, divided we fall” are strong words with movement and clarity. Ohio just went through a primary election divided.
In the last presidential election, Ohio stood alone — again.
When President Bush was re-elected, Ohio was a key factor in his re-election.
One thing they can’t sell is change. It’s going to happen and we better be prepared for it. We can’t stop it. We’re in the information age. Our children and grandchildren are ready for it. The elderly and the baby boomers are not.
When you see a 5-year-old operate a cell phone better than an adult over 50, that’s change.
It’s going to happen whether you like it or not. It’s not black, brown, yellow or white; they’re all God’s children. Don’t allow the media to paint this nation in colors.
Sen. Hillary Clinton stated that no presidential election can be won unless they carry Ohio.
So, in other words, they’re saying that Ohio is one of the reasons we have high gas prices, the Iraqi War, and don’t forget NAFTA. Ohio swung its vote and this is what we ended up with.
I live in Ironton, which has been visited by presidents, governors and great politicians, but what have we received? The Chesapeake bypass is 60 years in the making. I personally heard Gov. Ted Strickland while he was campaigning for office say, “I guess I have to become governor to get the bypass.”
Will he deliver? What about the Ironton–Russell Bridge? Will he deliver? Promises or just words, what do you think rural Ohio?
Hugh D. Scott, Former city councilman, Ironton, Ohio
A compromise on Michigan, Florida
In the best interest of the Democratic Party, I think Barack Obama should concede Florida and Michigan in exchange of a Democratic National Committee commitment that the super delegates must overall mirror the will of the people and the pledged delegates at the end of the contest.
Hillary Clinton is pushing hard to have Michigan and Florida seated. She is already trying to influence the officials of the DNC Appeals Board to overturn the DNC decision in June. Obama wants the super delegates to not overturn the pledged delegates
Negotiating this concession as an assurance that super delegates sanction the results, and not overturn it, favors Barack. It keeps the Democratic Party from potential disaster and collapse, gives Obama the goodwill of the party and of voters and keeps his momentum going. If he continues his winnings, he secures his nomination without the risk of a super delegate upset.
This concession should also be attractive to Clinton. She would gain over 300,000 popular votes, she would acquire more than 60 delegates cutting Obama’s lead in half, and she gets a second chance shot at winning the election!
There is no perfect solution to the Michigan and Florida situation. However, I think this compromise is best considering all issues.
Darrell Hubbard, Burbank, Calif.
Back Shamrocks Against Dystrophy
Our 9-year-old daughter, Abbey, has a form of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a muscle disease that causes weakness and poor coordination and balance. Abbey, who is the 2008 MDA National Goodwill Ambassador, walks with the aid of leg braces.
Our family deeply appreciates the services offered by the Muscular Dystrophy Association, such as medical care, summer camp and assistance obtaining needed equipment. We’re also extremely hopeful about the amazing research progress being made in the search for treatments and cures.
One way MDA funds these vitally important programs is through its Shamrocks Against Dystrophy campaign. In the weeks before St. Patrick’s day, patrons of supermarkets, convenience stores, restaurants and other retailers purchase and sign $1 and $5 Shamrocks mobiles. Retailers then display the Shamrocks, often covering their walls and windows with layers of green and gold.
Please help support MDA’s fight against muscular dystrophy by purchasing a colorful green or gold Shamrock at your local retailer. By doing so, you’re buying hope for those coping with muscle diseases.
Joel and Wendi Umali, Redlands, Calif.
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