Editorial Postal Woes Likely End to Saturday Mail
The piece argues that Saturday delivery will probably end as USPS moves toward breaking even amid congressional pushback on office closures and pension prefunding. It notes the need for subsidies if service levels are to remain high and compares USPS to Amtrak, urging politicians to either fund or loosen constraints. It concludes that private-style operation would likely drop Saturday home mail but keep parcel and box access.
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Ottawa Herald Forum Voices Support Free Press
The Ottawa Herald outlines its Reader Forum as an open community venue for local issues, pledging to honor rights, protect free speech, and educate residents. Editorials aim to persuade readers toward progressive courses of action and civic engagement.
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Common sense rally against ammo shortages and stockpiling
Linda Brown of The Ottawa Herald summarizes the ammo shortage driven by consumer panic and calls for practical measures. She discusses grocery shortages during storms, rising gas prices, and the need for responsible gun ownership and training. Walmart’s three-box limit is highlighted as a shared-sense solution.
Two-Tier Justice Under Powerful Elite Immunity
Andy Heintz argues that equal treatment under law has eroded as elites in government and finance escape accountability while poorer communities face harsher punishment. Citing Nixon pardon and Wall Street crimes, he warns such impunity weakens democracy and deters justice.
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