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October 04, 2009
No Outcry Over Bush Taunting
I don’t recall an outcry from the Bluff City resident when the outrageous disrespect was being expressed toward President Bush.
October 03, 2009
Publicly Funded Schools Can’t Encourage Prayer
Our country was founded upon principles such as “freedom of religion” and “separation of church and state.”
‘I Like Ike’ Applies To Ike Mumpower
In the 1950s during the administration of President Dwight D. Eisenhower, we often heard the words “I Iike Ike” being said.
Food Business Would Be Asset, Deserves Support
Thank you for your editorial on Tuesday in support of the Richard family’s plan to plant a fruit garden on their property on the corner of Valley Drive and Old Abingdon Highway in Bristol, Va.
October 02, 2009
Glade Spring Boasts Many Milestones
Five years ago, I was part of a small group of citizens concerned about the direction that Glade Spring was going with regard to both the openness of its government and its ability to envision the future of the community.
Citizens Should Stop Supporting Incumbents
The record-breaking, irresponsible and unaccounted-for spending and bailouts have sobered a good number of people including many of those heretofore enamored of President Barack Obama and his administration.
October 01, 2009
Burress, Vick Punishments Are Not Related
Nancy Moore of Bluff City is upset and believes that Plaxico Burress’s punishment is harsh in comparison to Michael Vick’s conviction and prison sentence.
Writer Wants Pledge From Federal Workers
I will consider more seriously the wisdom and efficiency of national health “reform” when I know of a certainty that all taxpayer-funded officials, from the president and his staff through the Congress and judicial system, the governor and state houses, all appointees along the way, down to the local levels to the newest social service hires – have signed on for themselves and their families to be covered.
Writer Supports Prayer To Bolster Student Ethics
I have read the recent letters about prayer in schools and the ACLU.
Writer Wants Boucher To Support Net Neutrality
The strength of the Internet is the freedom to access information – and we need to be sure it stays that way.
September 30, 2009
Will We Send Letter To Teach Iran A Lesson?
Finally, Iran has gone over the top.
Even More Attention Needed On Bus Safety
The recent article regarding drivers disregarding school buses that are picking up or letting children off needs even more attention than the coverage it has received.
Billboard Criticism Sounds A Bit Hysterical
Bill Roop’s whining over the criticism of his billboards (Sept. 26, Bristol Herald Courier, page A5) sounds a bit hysterical, but then that’s not unexpected from someone in advertising, most of which is bent on stunning the critical consciousness.
Consider More Plants, Trees To Shade Shoppers
Having to shop in Bristol on Volunteer Parkway is a chore.
September 29, 2009
Writer Blasts Glade Spring Leadership
Nearly four years ago, a group of citizens attempted to address the many negative government problems in Glade Spring.
Government Sponsors Deserve R&R Praise
Mark Hissong wrote a letter of well-deserved praise for Rhythm & Roots.
September 27, 2009
President Deserves Respect
The discontent being expressed about our country and our president is quite disturbing.
September 26, 2009
Writer Offers Praise For Music Festival
2009 Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion was a success.
Writer Urges Support For Prayer By Students
For decades now, the ACLU and their minions have bullied the majority and in essence have tried to back us into a corner. They have attacked everything we hold precious from the posting of the Ten Commandments to prayer in schools.
September 25, 2009
We All Pay For Uninsured, Those Who Can’t Pay
My wife recently had a visit to a doctor, where she was diagnosed as having a pinched nerve. He charged her $892 for the visit, including shots (two at $300 each), x-rays and the office visit. She told him up front that her insurance wouldn’t pay any on this visit.
Maybe We Are Fighting The Wrong Enemies
Recently I’ve read the back and forth articles on Bob McDonnell and Creigh Deeds.
People Who Prep Food Should Wear Gloves
I am writing this letter concerning restaurant food.
September 24, 2009
Any Medical Care Costly, Writer Learns
Around the first of September, my boyfriend thought he might have broken his big toe. It takes a lot of pain for him to ask to go to the doctor, but he did ask.
Cowan Responds To Earlier Letter Writers
I am responding to letters from Joe Tolbert and James Canon published on Aug. 24.
September 23, 2009
Region Needs Higher Pay, Cheap Power
The Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are holding up lawful mountaintop mining permits in Appalachia, forcing viable coal operations to a screeching halt as they try to dig out of a regulatory black hole.
Couple Thankful For Return Of Wallet
I want to share a great experience I recently had at the Bristol NASCAR track.
Writer Opposes Vote By Ramsey, Mumpower
Tennessee Rep. Jason Mumpower and State Senator Ron Ramsey voted for a bill (HB2389/SB2357) that is clearly a tax increase.
September 22, 2009
Writer Wants More Efficiency, Less Coal
The editorial published in the Sunday, Sept. 13, edition of the Bristol Herald Courier “Balance Benefits Everyone,” failed to grasp the consequences of continuing to rely on harmful fossil fuels for our energy.
Writer Urges Students To Continue Praying
This is about the letter sent to Gate City High School from the American Civil Liberties Union. To the students at Gate City High School, I say “Way to go!” Is it such a blessing to see young people not afraid to make a stand. Don’t let anyone tell you that you cannot pray.
Writer Doesn’t Approve Of Trip To Israel By Roe
While many of us in the 1st District are worried about putting food on our tables, our Congressman Dr. Phil Roe (R-Tenn.) recently took a week long “fact finding mission” (otherwise known as vacation to us common folk) to Israel during the recent congressional recess.
