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The Gaston Gazette

Location

Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 2016

Page

4

Gaston Gazette Opinion Page Readers urged to submit views

Readers are invited to share opinions on GastonGazette.com op editor Hunter Bretzius urges engagement. Publisher Lucy C. Talley announces space for community voices and discussion through the Gaston Gazette platform.

Lucy C. Talley Hunter Bretzius

Local Town Hall Meetings Highlight Congressional Candidates

Voters are urged to attend upcoming town halls and forums to hear Patrick McHenry and challenger Andy Millard discuss issues face to face. The events, including a 6 pm session in Gaston County, offer direct opportunities to question incumbents and assess positions before Election Day.

Gaston Congress Town Hall Patrick McHenry Gaston County Andy Millard McHenry Lincoln Cleveland Martin Luther King Jr

Community voices on smoking restrictions backlash and support

Readers weigh in on proposed smoking bans noting personal respect for non smokers while defending rights to smoke. Opinions cite air quality, car fumes, and concerns about government overreach, with calls for broader regulation in public spaces and stores.

Janet Panther Jennifer Lynn

Government Drops Flossing Recommendation After Benefits Unproven

Health officials reverse guidance urging routine flossing as a preventive measure after reviewing evidence finds no proven medical benefits. The decision follows new studies and commentary from medical bodies questioning the program’s effectiveness and cost. Local providers note minimal sharp impact on dental health outcomes.

Civility decline in black communities questioned by Walter Williams

Walter E. Williams a George Mason University economist argues that the decline in civility among black communities stems from the erosion of traditional values and parental authority rather than external factors like slavery or discrimination. He cites historical family structures and rising illegitimacy, urging internal reforms.

Philadelphia Benjamin Franklin High School Franklin Richard Allen Walter E. Williams George Mason University

Letters to the Editor on patriotism and faith in Kings Mountain

Rodney Black Crouse criticizes modern reverence for veterans while praising Jerry Bostic’s view of patriotism. He cites John McCain Trump’s character, notes wars since WWII, laments lost youth, questions political answers, and laments church heritage and revival.

Jerry Bostic Gaston Gazette John McCain Trump Cyrus Scofield Scofield God John Lennon

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