Repeal of Ohio fireworks ban riles doctors veterans and first responders
Ohio lawmakers push to legalize consumer grade fireworks discharge with tests by House and Senate. Clinicians warn injuries to children and bystanders would rise, while veterans and first responders urge keeping rules. Editorial urges Gov DeWine to veto any bill expanding fireworks use.
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Readers vote on safety features for horse drawn buggies
A Web poll asks readers which safety features should be required on horse drawn buggies. Options include lights, reflectors or tape, mirrors, slow moving vehicle emblems, combinations, or no regulation.
Readers urged to submit letters to the editor
The Independent invites public opinions via letters to the editor. Include name, city or township, and daytime phone number for verification. Letters must be 300 words or fewer, may be edited for length and libelous or obscene language, and may not be submitted more than once per writer in 30 days.
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Britain the club Trump resents but wants to join
Washington notes a love hate dynamic as President Trump visits London. He extols the intelligence alliance with Britain while his backers question MI6 and GCHQ links to the Steele dossier. Critics warn distrust could erode trust, even as officials insist the alliance endures.
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Speak Your Mind on Abortion and Cartoons
Readers are urged to share views on abortion and political cartoons. A caller critiques a gagged Uncle Sam cartoon and proposes peaceful responses while noting a George Will column on impeachment and contemplating political timing for war with Iran or North Korea.
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