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Responsibility of the people

To the editor: It was a basic principle of the American experiment that it was to be a government of the people, by the people, and for the people. This American type of government would not function efficiently, and perhaps might not even survive, if the people did not maintain a constant vigilance and thereby develop what Jefferson called an intelligent and informed electorate. In a speech by Samuel Langdon before the Massachusetts legislature in 1788. He declared: From year to year be careful in the choice of your representatives and the higher powers of government. Fix your ...

Drag queen center on the prairie

To the editor: Marshall is celebrating its 150th year. During the 47 years I have lived in Marshall, I have seen our city become a center for supporting music. We enjoy summer band concerts in the park, bands come here to learn and present their musical talents and we have been able to hear the Vienna Boys, Lorie Line and our own talent in our top-notch High School auditorium. Soon we will be celebrating “Sounds of Summer.” The addition of the city-owned Red Baron Arena, has also made our city a center for ice activities and useful for other large events. A Drag Queen show in ...

Demand equal justice system

To the editor: If you read the fake news or listen to most mainstream TV, you are probably not aware of the “justice” system in the U.S; one for the common, everyday working class and the one meant for those of Democrat persuasion. Two cases in point — Hunter Biden’s laptop and how he was shielded from public scrutiny with the aid of law enforcement (they held on to the laptop for two years and still have not done much with it) and the recent case of Paul Pelosi’s DUI. First it was reported that no injuries were involved in the two-car crash. Then minor injuries Then ...

DAV needs clothing for men, women, kids

To the editor: I recently spoke with Ed Lozinski, District Representative of the DAV (Disabled American Veterans), regarding the clothing drive that is underway to help DAV members. There is an ongoing need for our Disabled American Veterans to have ample clothing to meet their needs. With that thought in mind, I ask everyone who is cleaning their closets to please consider putting the clothes in a bag and putting them into the DAV drop boxes located at Hy Vee, Walmart or the One Source store this summer, fall or throughout the year. You will be doing a great service to a fellow ...

Despite Budget Surplus, Greater Minnesota Seniors Left Behind in Legislative Session

During the 2022 session, senior care was on the forefront at the Capitol. Debates were taking place and proposals drafted. The Minnesota Senate approved substantial funding to increase base wages for aging services workers on a bipartisan basis, but then the House and governor did not follow suit. Ultimately the legislative fix desperately needed for seniors and long-term care facilities was bogged down in disagreements and ultimately stalled. It’s more than a disappointment — it’s a crisis. Minnesota is unique in that the Legislature sets the wages for caregivers. Without ...

Use non-residential place to turnaround

To the editor: This is being written to raise awareness to a problem we have had for along time. (We are guessing there are others who have the same problem). Our frustration lies with the drivers using the end of our Second Chance Ranch driveway, which is short, off Highway 59 North, as a turnaround spot. Why is this a problem? Because in our case we have two acreage dogs who go down to check out vehicles that do this. With traffic going 60 plus mph past our driveway, this is a very dangerous for our beloved dogs. Of course, we are also concerned about drive safety. There are options ...