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Go back to where you came from a stirring reflection
A reflective opinion piece explores the phrase go back to where you came from, its harmful usage in politics and society, and how racism and xenophobia resurfaced with Donald Trump. It references El Paso violence, white rule, Native Americans, and calls for accountability, ending with a contact line for Marcia Meoli.
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California
Donald Trump
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Dallas
el Paso
Walmart
Texas
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Holland Must Prioritize Affordable Housing Now
Annette Manwell, Holland journalist and activist, voices frustration at a August 12 Holland meeting where investor Dennis Jacobs and Midwest Construction proposed a luxury River Avenue condo development. She argues the project clashes with urgent local needs and could displace workers, urging immediate affordable housing initiatives and clearer plans with Housing Next.
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Gun Violence Debate and Chicago Death Toll Voices
A reader letter challenges Judy Parr to address 40 000 gunfire deaths in Chicago since 1955 under Democratic mayors. The writer cites prior columns blaming Republicans and Trump and invokes Martin Niemoller to urge speaking out.
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America
Trump
Chicago
Illinois
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The Sentinel states unsigned editorials reflect the paper's stance while all other columns letters and cartoons express the writer's views. Letters are capped at 300 words with longer pieces reviewed case by case. Guest columns must run 600 to 750 words.
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