Pro lifers urged to back sex education reforms
Ray Buursma argues that to reduce abortion rates pro life groups should push for comprehensive sex education including contraception in schools. He cites high teen pregnancy and abortion rates linked to limited school programs, notes funding ties to evangelicals, and urges voters to elect allies who promote education over abstinence only.
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Letters to the editor on Holland housing and codes
In a letter from David Vander Sluis Laketown Township, the writer argues Holland faces a housing shortage similar to Bethlehem. He cites city resistance to rental growth, costly construction codes, and higher electrical permits, urging equal tax breaks for developers and staff grants to aid landlords.
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Letter slams Van Regenmorter for condescension
Richard Wolfe of Park Township objects to Pete Van Regenmorter’s column saying a large portion of Michigan voters are “bought” into progressivism. Wolfe denies the claim, accuses the piece of myopia and insults, notes challenges to policies, and cites constitutional general welfare. He argues progressives will counter power grabs in time.
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Sentinel praises open forum and First Amendment faith
A West Olive reader thanks The Holland Sentinel for upholding a free and open forum where friend and foe may express thoughts. The letter cites First Amendment freedoms under attack and ends with a call to pray for President Trump.
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Progressives seek an equitable society in critique of free enterprise
Michael Grant of Holland argues that progressives want a more just society with respect for individuals. He notes innovation has raised living standards but also caused wealth concentration and middle class erosion. He contends government oversight can curb greed and promote fair distribution without stifling innovation.
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Reader poll asks if U S should build border wall
Online poll presents last question on southern border wall and asks if readers are more or less hopeful about 2019. Voters directed to cast ballots via Holland Sentinel News Facebook and Sentinel Twitter pages.
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