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Newspaper
The Gaston Gazette
Location
Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 2016
Page
4
The Gaston Gazette invites readers to share their views via GastonGazette.com op ed. Publisher Lucy C. Talley and Editor Hunter Bretzius present a call for community input and perspectives through the site’s opinion page.
An editorial on the Gaston County child death of 3-year-old Jordyn Dumont examines prior neglect reports and five unannounced visits, noting that recommendations lacked legal teeth. It calls for an outside review by DHHS to uncover system cracks and prevent future tragedies.
Beth Stanforth argues a new Gastonia Grizzlies ballpark would revive Loray Mill area and attract interest, warning the team could move if plans stall. Walter Kimble notes infrastructure costs and safety needs, stressing transit and utilities while protecting local grocers. Roger Hudson recalls Sunday closures, while Kenny N and Danielle Gaddy express mixed views on Sunday business.
Steve Chapman discusses the burkini controversy in France where bans spark debate over secularism, women’s rights, and personal liberty. He contrasts official arguments against modest dress with views of liberation supporters and real-world impacts on Muslim women.
A letter responding to Robert J. Kellogg argues poverty and education require cultural change and personal accountability. It criticizes Democratic solutions as failed entitlements, urges two parent families, school attendance, disciplined parenting, mentoring, community watch groups, and closer police ties to reduce crime. The writer cites personal values and quotes Ron White and the Bible to support self reliance.
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