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Newspaper
Holland Sentinel
Location
Holland, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 2019
Page
6
The Sentinel letters and cartoons reflect individual writers or artists opinions while unsigned editorials carry the paper's position. Readers may write to columnists via the Sentinel to share views or letters.
Ray Buursma of Holland responds to Wendell Guth and local viewpoints criticizing immigration policy. He shares his foster-parent interest, donations to Bethany Christian Services, and reflects on tolerance, public events, and media satire, urging accountability for protected values and urging action over idle complaints.
The Detroit News editorial urges automatic expungement of minor marijuana possession records after legalization, arguing 235 000 citizens should not face ongoing consequences for acts now legal. Senator Sena Jeff Irwin proposes a cost free pardon to clear these records, reducing court burdens and expanding opportunities.
Jim Barry, campaign chair for Huizenga for Congress, accuses Holland Sentinel columnist Rob Davidson of endorsing a candidate while calling Turning Point USA attendees Hitler youth. He calls for accountability and a cleaner editorial stance.
Online reader poll surveys the public on whether Michigan should enact a law like Oregon that allows excused mental health days for students. The poll invites readers to vote via Facebook and notes no percentage of total votes is shown.
The Holland Sentinel outlines submission rules for opinions offering two paths. Readers may send letters to the editor up to 300 words, with longer ones reviewed case by case, while guest columns must be 600 to 750 words. Include name, address and phone for verification. Submissions can be sent via HollandSentinel.com or mailed to the opinions desk in Holland MI.
The Sentinel states unsigned editorials express the paper stance while letters and columns reflect the writer. Submit opinions to newsroom hbollandSentinel.com or mail to 54 W Eighth St Holland Mi 49423 with name address and phone. Handwritten letters are not accepted. Letters cap at 300 words. longer ones may be considered at editor discretion. Guest columns must be 600 to 750 words.
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