Embracing flaws over perfection in life and work
A reflection on the futility of perfection from childhood to modern times. Experts like Paul Hewitt link perfectionism to psychological risks, citing cases of low mood and self harm. The author shares a German friend’s tragedy and advocates acknowledging flaws as vital for health and growth. Christina Stock, contact details provided.
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Peter von Siemens
Hotel and Restaurant Union
Germany
Paul Hewitt
University of British Columbia
Hewitt
Rhine
Watchdog agency shutdown proposed by Congress
House Financial Services Committee chair Jeb Hensarling bids to shut down the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau calling it rogue and seeks to fire director Richard Cordray. He cites CFPB actions against Wells Fargo and other firms as reasons to roll back Dodd-Frank era protections and warns of a push to shutter the bureau entirely.
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Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Texas
Jeb Hensarling
House Financial Services Committee
Richard Cordray
Cordray
Ohio
Wells Fargo Bank
Russell Simmons
Uni- Rush
MasterCard
New York
Eric Schneiderman
NFL
CFPB
Submit a Letter to the Editor Addressed by Email
A notice invites readers to submit a letter to the editor via email at tmcdonald rdmews dot com. The item records the submission channel and contact handle for correspondence. It reflects a routine community engagement request from the newspaper.
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New Mexico House Bill 50 faces opposition in editor letters
The House Judiciary Committee approved the Bloomberg backed HB 50 on a party line vote. Critics praise several sheriffs and lawmakers who opposed the bill while urging constituents to contact representatives as Everytown for Gun Safety targets New Mexico. The writer shares a personal anecdote on education, urging focus on student learning.
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New Mexico
House Judiciary Committee
Stephanie Garcia Richard
Los Alamos
House
Nate Gentry
Albuquerque
Cathrynn Brown
Carlsbad
Zach Cook
R-Ruidoso
Jim Dines
Greg Nibert
Roswell
Bill Rehm
Albuquerne
Bloomberg
Everytown For Gun Safety
NRA
Tony Mace
Michael Munk
Cibola County
Louis Burkhard
Mark Shea
Valencia County
Mike Lucero
Guadalupe County
Raymond Guthrez
Harding County
Mark Reeves
Curry County
Roswell Daily Record Letters Policy Summary
The Roswell Daily Record invites letters from readers with real name and city, plus a phone contact for verification. Letters should be concise under 250 words, may exceed 400 words with edits, and must avoid libelous content or ongoing legal cases. Submissions limited to two letters per month. editor retains sole publication decision.
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Editorial positions on Roswell issues by RDR team
Roswell daily Roswell Daily Record explains left side page editorials reflect the paper's stance on regional issues. Guest editorials present provocative essays. Editorials are unsigned, representing the publication's collective viewpoint edited by Tom McDonald.
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