Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion

Cal Thomas: Dracula and spending cuts

Among the top priorities for newly selected House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) was his announced intention to form a bipartisan panel to cut massive spending that has led to an unsustainable $33 trillion national debt. The pragmatist in me cheers, but the cynic in me says asking Congress to cut spending is like asking Dracula to cut back on his consumption of blood.

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Posted inLetters, Opinion

Michelle Melaragno: Harmon, Mahr Damien offer changes necessary for Auburn

I will vote against the current status quo in Auburn. Let’s reject the steamrolling of environmental issues, the rampant bullying, private messages that belittle and threaten people who express concerns, public declarations calling residents and experts liars. My votes are for public officials who will listen to, respect, and properly represent the citizens of Auburn. […]