Letters to the Editor

A time to think, reconsider

What a free and open society we have:

There are a host of laws for gun control and anti-trusts (monopolies) that are somewhat bypassed, too many authorities and politicians, much of the public being overactive and hysterical, business and groups like the NCAA letting politics interfere, internationals trying to dominate the world media, internet, mobile phones, radio, TV and the movies.

Peaceful protests are violent and destructive. Medical workers are too demanding and over-cautious. Democrats still want more of their “green deal.” A disinformation director was established at the White House to filter out moderate and conservative information. Party leaders are hard-line, not allowing any independence.

There are forever-increasing building standards, safety codes and emissions rules that are beyond practical.

The federal government and our state don’t want us to use natural gas. They are “outsourcing” and importing so much while discouraging domestic industries, oil and gas production, and shuttering pipelines.

Society is overwhelmed by materialism, electronic devices and entertainment as cyberspace snoops and hackers scam us.

Our governor and U.S. Sen. Patty Murray are advocating breeching dams and ignoring the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. And our Vice-President Kamala Harris is laughing and giggling as she walks away from important national questions, leaving problems at the border with permissive illegal immigration, and not enough man power or devices to monitor crossings and cargo.

Time to think about what’s happening.

Errol V. Kramer

–Odessa-Ritzville

Reader thanks Sheriff’s Office

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office for the services they provide to our community. Their dedication and commitment to public safety is exemplary and much appreciated during a time when other counties have seen a surge in property and violent crimes.

As a citizen of Lincoln County for 27 years, I am strongly advocating that consideration is given to increasing the salary of the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office to support and show our commitment to these staff who have dedicated their lives to our community. An increase in salary would also help our community retain staff who, once trained, may leave for other counties where the salaries are higher, resulting in instability to their workforce and services to our community.

Let’s retain the law enforcement staff we have by equaling or surpassing current market salaries for the safety and wellbeing of our community.

Richard T. Downing

– Davenport