Democratic National Convention drives liberal messaging surge
The writer notes liberals surge with daily emails and social posts during the Democratic National Convention, urging Republicans to adopt rapid response tactics. They cite Obama wish lists, Romney Ryan emails, and constant donation requests as contrasts, observing media repetition of talking points and a lack of proactive outreach from Republicans.
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Millionaire Taxes Misleading Amid Obama Plan Says Sowell
Thomas Sowell argues that Obama’s proposed tax increases hit incomes starting at 250000 rather than a million. He warns high rates deter investment and that most affected are small business owners and professionals, not billionaires, urging readers not to mislabel policy as solely targeting the ultra rich.
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Wilson County News community notes and staff list
The Wilson County News provides delivery and contact details, subscription rates for various regions, and a staff roster. It lists editors, managers, and reporters including Elaine Kolodziej publisher and Kristen Weaver director of operations along with other staff roles.
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The Speech I Wish to Hear from a Presidential Nominee
A reader expresses disappointment with standard acceptance speeches and calls for a nominee to vow humble, responsible leadership. The piece urges solemnity at the convention, prayer for the nation, and unity across social divisions to uphold liberty and justice for all.
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Texans urged to protect teacher retirement in Austin push
Pris Kincaid, a retired Texas educator from Wilson County, appeals fellow Texans to defend the Teacher Retirement System as the 83rd Legislature convenes in January 2013. She warns special interest groups seek changes that could reduce benefits for active and retired school personnel and their families.
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Letters to the Editor Critiques on Moving America Forward
In a reader letter Alfred Gonzales objects to framing the election of a black president as absolution for slavery era sins. He questions the notion of moving on and critiques implied judgments about President Obama, his character, and family values while praising diversity and current leadership.
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Civilization gone with the wind political appeal
A partisan letter warns voters of a dire future on election day urging a move away from Obama and predicting economic collapse and a weakened national defense. The writer invokes Gone With the Wind and labels Emmett J. Stork Adkins as the author.
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Three reasons why I am a Democrat by Fred Owens
A Ventura California letter argues for voting rights for felons and the uninformed, debt forgiveness for housing and student loans, and a view that Harry Truman surpassed Dwight Eisenhower, claiming humble roots justify Democratic loyalty.
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H E B Dropped U S Flag In Floresville Store
A reader from Falls City laments H E B Floresville no longer carries the U S flag. He notes family military service and flies a flag daily to honor relatives, questioning the supermarket chain's patriotism.
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