City Commission Resolutions Too Choosy On Bond Issue
Ottawa five commissioners declined a resolution in support of a new middle school bond. They say it would be inappropriate for the city to take a stand on a school district matter affecting taxes, while Franklin County backed a resolution. The piece calls the stance spineless and unnecessary.
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Charley Reese on the drug war and Prohibition
Reese argues the drug war mimics Prohibition, created by allies of crime and hypocrisy. He contends legalization will come only by drying up the market and punishing users, not dealers, and accuses elites of avoiding true victory while police risk lives.
Editors condemn kindergarten kiss suspension
Editorials argue suspending a 6 year old for kissing a classmate is absurd. An innocent cheek peck is harmless affection. only repeated acts over objections would be an infraction, not sexual harassment, reflecting concerns about overreach in addressing harassment.
Reader Forum clarifies stance on quality education system
Stan Wollard Parker responds to last Wednesday's article on Anderson County forum and education. He argues QPA is costly and ineffective, an outcomes based system that wastes teacher time on paperwork. He urges improvements toward performance based assessments focusing on actual student achievement.
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Fraud at the polls call spurs plea for paper ballots
Marshall Werth of Ottawa argues that electronic voting aids fraud and urges a return to paper ballots. He cites historic machines, the Colliers exposure, and network projections, urging readers to monitor polls and spread information to secure honest votes.
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