Offensive language and gender pronouns spark debate
A columnist discusses reactions to Trump remarks about "nasty woman" and "bad hombres" and the broader culture of offense. The piece defends blunt speech, critiques hypersensitivity, and questions calls for restraint, noting gender pronouns and abortion terms trigger varied responses among readers.
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Athens Messenger contact and masthead details
Established 1825 the Athens Messenger lists Route 33 North and Johnson Road Athens Ohio 45701 with phone number and emails for Monica Nieporte Joe Higgins Josh Wilder Jeff Bunch Ike Weiss and staff roles including editor design production and advertising for reader correspondence and press operations.
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Canadian Kindness Threatens American Resolve, Says Satirist
A satirical column warns of a supposed Canadian plot to conquer the United States through kindness. It mocks The Garden, a Toronto agency, for urging positive social media messages with the hashtag TellAmericasGreat. The piece lampoons Justin Trudeau and envisions extreme countermeasures while urging vigilance against Canada’s benevolence.
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Editor Letter Guidelines From The Messenger
The Messenger invites signed letters up to 400 words with name and hometown and a verification phone number. Letters are mailed to P.O. Box 4210 Athens OH 45701 or emailed to jaiggins athen iger com and are subject to editing.
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The great pot hunt editorial attacking federal eradication
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette editorial argues the federal marijuana eradication program is wasteful and ineffective. It cites cost per plant, state disparities, and dubious asset seizures, urging Congress to end the program as public opinion shifts toward legalization and states should lead policy.
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