Loneliness crisis frames a decade of change and hope
A decade after joining Kids Hope USA in West Michigan, the writer reflects on economic shifts, growth to assist over 25 000 students, and mounting loneliness as a national health concern. Highlighted are ACE understandings, a new reading law, and a teacher’s compassionate daily hug to ease isolation.
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Kids Hope USA
West Michigan
Kirk Cousins
Holland
Michigan
Ottawa County
Cigna
Battle loneliness by mentoring kids and reaching out locally
Community columnist urges Michigan towns to reduce isolation by mentoring youth through Kids Hope USA and other groups. One hour weekly can show students they matter, with mentors improving reading, confidence, and life skills. Polls for local action and broader community outreach are encouraged to replicate West Michigan success. David Staal, Kids Hope USA CEO, cites Show Up books.
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Council of Michigan Foundations
Michigan
Kids Hope USA
West Michigan
David Staal
Kidshopeusa.org
Zeeland
Voters turn against Kavanaugh in NBC WSJ poll findin
Poll shows 38 percent oppose Kavanaugh nomination with 27 percent strongly opposing. Opposition up 9 points since last month, amid allegations from Christine Blasey Ford. Republicans back him 73 percent, while independents and Democrats oppose more, affecting red state Democrats and potential midterm dynamics. Alaska leaders also oppose, citing ACA and Ford allegations.
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Wall Street Journal
Brett Kavanaugh
Supreme Court
Christine Blasey Ford
Kavanaugh
NBC
WSJ
John Roberts
Harriet Miers
Ford
Alaska
Lisa Murkowski
Mazie Hirono
Hawaii
Letters to the Editor Endorsements in Michigan Races
In Ottawa County endorsements favor Don Disselkoen for county commissioner and Rob Davidson for Congress. Jocelyn Benson is praised for secretary of state readiness. Debates on Senators include John James with backing from Yonker Dairy Farm family.
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Don Disselkoen
Ottawa County
Rob Davidson
West Michigan
Congress
U.S
Debbie Stabenow
Yonker
John James
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