Editorial Letter to the Editor Duct Tape Debate
The letter argues against Eldon Montgomery invoking duct tape to silence differing views. It condemns him as a former teacher and deputy mayor whose council decisions on the town’s projects caused ongoing problems. The writers defend critics who oppose past policies and fault the council for long term costs to residents.
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Eileen Forsyth
Gerry Kowal
Eldon Montgomery
Mr. Montgomery
Ask and Support Local Shops At Home
A Russell resident shares how conversations with staff at local stores can fill missing items within two weeks and save gas by avoiding out of town shopping. He urges readers to simply ask for what they need to boost the town’s shops.
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Chamber of Commerce
Mother Nature
Russell
Main Street N
Mymts. Net
Russell Banner
Russell, MB
Roj
Letter to the Editor Praises Community Involvement
A resident who moved here 22 years ago reflects on family, business, and service. They condemn uninformed letters and urge readers to research before writing while affirming democracy and constructive, positive community engagement.
Burma’s Suu Kyi Should Consider a Different Role
The piece argues Aung San Suu Kyi may be barred by clause 59F from the presidency and suggests she could best serve Burma as party leader and moral authority rather than pursuing executive power. It compares her to Mandela as a symbol of democracy and cites Thein Sein’s stance and Sonia Gandhi’s example as context for choosing the right leadership path amid Burma’s transition.
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Aung San Suu Kyi
Burma
Nelson Mandela
South Africa
Democratic Movement
National League For Democracy
NLD
Mandela
Michael Aris
Thein Sein
Generals’ Tame
Suu Kyi
Sonia Gandhi
India
Rajiv Gandhi
Congress Party
Manmohan Singh
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