The Dangers of Certainty in Leadership and Mask Wearing
A concise essay argues that certainty harms decision making in crises and public health. Leaders must act experimentally, adjusting course as new data emerge, while clinging to uncertainty to avoid bias. It urges wearing masks when appropriate, respecting mandates, and considers epistemic humility through examples from Roosevelt to Voltaire.
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Endorsement for Ken Freestone for Holland City Council
A reader from Holland publishes a letter endorsing Ken Freestone for the city council highlighting Freestone’s community engagement and leadership. The same issue presents concerns about Great Lakes drownings, a red flag swimming ban, and local responses from lawmakers and residents including Jordan Quintero of Zeeland.
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Lama
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Zeeland
Grand Rapids
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How to Submit an Opinion for Holland Sentinel
Instructions for submitting opinions to the Holland Sentinel. Email submissions to newsroom HollandSentinel com or mail to ATTN Opinions 54 W Eighth St Holland MI 49423. Include name address and phone for verification. Letters are capped at 300 words. longer pieces are considered case by case. Guest columns must be 600 to 750 words.
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