Why We Cut the Ends Off the Ham Tradition
A newlywed woman questions her family habit of trimming edible ham ends before baking. She calls her mother and grandmother, learning the practice often stems from a small pot, not proper method. The piece pivots to urging open dialogue across political views to test assumptions and seek truth. Christine Berghoef, author and civil discourse consultant, is cited with contact and blog references.
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Christine Berghoef
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Gmail
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Letters to the Editor on Upton and 21st Century Cures
A reader lauds Congressman Fred Upton for advancing the 21st Century Cures Act as a health care priority. The letter notes Upton’s past efforts, questions his silence on the Trump administration, and mentions a campaign challenge from Rob Davidson with debates delayed past October.
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Fred Upton
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Fred
Southwest
Michigan
Trump
House of Representatives
Rob Davidson
Dr. Davidson
Chamber of Commerce
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Huizinga
Congress
the Sentinel
Huizenga
Sentinel opinions page letters and columns overview
Unsigned editorials reflect the paper's stance while letters to the editor and guest columns show individual writer opinions. Submissions go to newsroom or mail to Holland. 600 to 750 words for guest pieces. editor may edit for clarity and space. letters online usually run in full.
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Contact Your Legislators Local reps and senators listed with reach methods
A local guide lists U S senators Debbie Stabenow and Gary Peters and U S representatives Fred Upton and Bill Huizenga with phone numbers and emails or websites for contact guidance. The page provides direct communication routes to federal and state officials for constituent outreach.
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Center For Budget and Policy Priorities
Mary Johnson Holland
Puerto Rico
Linda Visscher
U.S
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Senate
Gary Peters
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House
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