Sentinel Editorial Forum Opens Community Debate
The Sentinel presents unsigned editorials reflecting the publication’s position while letters columns and cartoons express authors’ opinions. Readers may write to individual columnists through The Sentinel in Holland Michigan.
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Norquist Pledge and GOP tax stance critique
The piece argues the Norquist Pledge blocks tax increases, labeling it political malpractice. It contends Republicans in Congress resist any tax rises, undermining flexible governance, cites 2017 tax cuts, Obamacare costs, and warns primary dynamics push candidates toward pledges. It urges voters to support Democrats despite preferences for conservative policy.
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Self-Reliance and the Balance of Independence
Community columnist Tim Pennings reflects on Emerson and Thoreau, likening self reliance to everyday acts from elevator rides to ATM machines. He weighs the value of independence against humility and community, citing Bertrand Russell and A J Muste, and ends with Kipling’s If as a guide to balanced self trust.
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