News Stories for May 2010
Stories for Friday, May 28
Keeping score
Have you noticed the conservatives have turned into whining and petulant little preschool crybabies? ... You have to agree with these knuckleheads 100 percent of the time or you are a socialist, communist or fascist — not a true American with a diverse opinion. Hence the Middletown Journal is a ...
<b>‘4 things wrong with public education’</b>
As I see it, here are four things wrong with public education:1. The “good old buddy” system is alive and well.2. The teachers’ union insists on protecting teachers who cannot teach.3. The politicians promise to do something about education and the first thing they say is, we cannot afford it.4. ...
<b>‘Not worth $1.2M of taxpayers’ money’</b>
There are many reasons for Middletown City Council not to proceed with the demolition of the Swallen’s building and the parking garage.Here are a few:• The expenditure of taxpayers’ money the city does not have; hence the bond to finance the demolition ($1.2 million including interest over 10 years).• The ...
<b>‘Standing up for his convictions’</b>
As a minister, I want to commend Stefan Mangroo, the Franklin High School student who refused to play in the tennis tournament May 15. Although I may not agree with his day of worship, I certainly do commend him for standing up for his convictions. I could only wish that ...
The supreme sacrifice
Several years ago, I walked behind my brother’s body (as it was) brought through Arlington National Cemetery to his grave site. These graves are reserved for those service men and women who gave their lives for the ideals that have made our country grow and prosper. I soon became overwhelmed ...
Spent at the top
I see Edgewood is up to their “old boys club” (stuff) again. They’ll cut 78 positions of a hard-working staff; yet they keep two personnel directors and one person who all he does is talk to the media. Sounds like there is a lot of money being spent at the ...
<b>‘Cause for elation’</b>
The results of the library levy were made official (recently). The issue squeaked through. To all of you who aided the campaign and voted for the levy, I thank you. Your support was crucial.People are already asking when the library will return to normal hours. Others are calling to book ...
<b>‘Most grateful’</b>
On behalf of the board of trustees of the Middletown Public Library System, we wish to express our thanks to all who voted in the May 4 primary election. We are most grateful for those who voted for Issue 7, the library’s operating levy.Thank you for your support and recognition ...
<b>‘A charade’</b>
I am appalled that President (Barack) Obama has sided with Mexican President Felipe Calderon about condemning the Arizona immigration law when it mirrors federal immigration law. ... Obama should read and enforce (it), rather than impugning Arizona. If he does not, he should be charged with dereliction of duty and ...
Not the day to complain
In years past, there have always been those comments in Sound Off from people who say: “Boy, the parade was nothing. There were no sirens. No firecrackers.” Memorial Day is not the day for that. This is the day to be somber and to remember, reflect and give thanks for ...
Stories for Thursday, May 27
Dredging up the past
I was appalled by the article in the May 24 Journal on the passing of Donald “Buz” Lukens. Why did they have to bring up everything in his past? Why couldn’t they just let him die in peace? Everybody had forgotten about it. I couldn’t even remember if he already ...
<b>‘Very disappointed’</b>
I was very disappointed to learn that Robert Gardner had left $11 million to local groups, yet didn’t leave any for a place that is named after him.The Gardner-Harvey Library on the Miami (University) Middletown campus is in great need of renovation. A decent amount of what he left is ...
Stories for Wednesday, May 26
Letter was wrong
In response to Ann Mort’s letter (“Everyone did what they could do,” May 13): Mort is not the spokesman for the city of Middletown. To whoever put her up to writing this letter — that everything was OK with the tragic accident — she was wrong. As the facts come ...
<b>‘What’s to come’</b>
We have already had a taste of what is to come for seniors under (President Barack) Obama’s health care bill.Our 81-year-old friend in Cincinnati fell and broke her hip March 24. They did hip surgery on her March 25 at a local hospital. On March 27, they wanted to kick ...
Stories for Tuesday, May 25
<b>‘Definitely wrong’</b>
I am in my late 50s (and am) on disability. I have to start saving three to four months before the start of the new year to have the money to cover my property taxes. I realize that is my problem.I am glad and proud to see voters finally telling ...
<b>‘Concern, devotion’</b>
On May 4, the residents of Madison Twp. went to the polls and passed the Madison fire and EMS levy by a 62- to 38-percent margin.During this fire levy campaign, the fire levy committee said we needed to be more informative and get the information out to the residents so ...
Find another park
I was at the Smith Park May 14-16 for the “support the troop” event. I had no problem paying $10 to come through the (gate). It was going to support the troops — no problem in my eyes. A lot of people complain about the pettiest, stupidest things that they ...
Stories for Monday, May 24
Condemning that law
I see where Leonard Pitts has another commentary in our liberal newspaper condemning the Arizona law. We keep getting editorials and letters condemning that law and condemning our sheriff for trying to do his job ... because the federal government refuses to do their job and secure the border. That ...
<b>‘Why do the offended few reign?’</b>
I have no law degree but, even at my advanced age, I can still read and rationalize. The First Amendment, regarding religious freedom, clearly states, “Nor prohibit the free exercise thereof.”Those six words have never been amended from the day our founding fathers wrote them — meaning no additional constitutional ...
<b>‘No late tee times’</b>
I was very disappointed to find out that there will be no late tee times available for the first two rounds of the Middletown city men’s golf championship. I wanted to participate again this year but won’t be able to because I can’t take two days off of work to ...
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