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Make America great again

To the editor: I was fortunate enough to grow up in a good Christian family and taught the meaning of right and wrong and to respect other people. I tried to instill these values in my children and would be disappointed if my children lied, called others names or threw childish tantrums as I’m sure most parents would be. That’s why I find it hard to understand that if we wouldn’t accept that kind of behavior in our children, why people accept that kind of behavior from our president? Maybe I’m being naive, but I thought what made America great was helping our friends instead of ...

Former lawmaker supports Meyer

To the editor: Representing Webster County for four terms in the Iowa House earlier in my life continues to be one of the great honors of my life. Fort Dodge will always be my hometown and I will always root for the success of this area. As an Iowan, I want talented people in either party to serve us in Des Moines. Two years ago, I shared my support of Ann Meyer in this newspaper and that is a choice I am proud to have made. Ann is one of the rising stars in that legislative body and has brought a professional, positive spirit to that chamber. She genuinely cares about her work and ...

Says Meyer works for Iowans

To the editor: As election day fast approaches, it is imperative that we take the time to educate ourselves on the candidates and cast our votes. We would like to pledge our support for Representative Ann Meyer, Iowa House District 9. As we have gotten to know Ann over the last seven years it is obvious, she truly cares for everyone she represents. Regardless of your sex, race, creed, or political affiliation, she has gone to work every day over the last three years with a goal of bettering Iowa for each and every one of us. In just one term, Rep. Meyer sat on many committees and ...

Doesn’t want Harris in charge

To the editor: Bernie Sanders says Joe Biden will be the most progressive president ever. Biden’s presidency will be driven by progressive policies of the Democratic Party — policies that Biden’s running mate, Kamala Harris, readily and enthusiastically endorsed. Harris spoke of her relationship with Biden as a “Harris administration together with Joe Biden as president…”. If elected, Biden may be relegated very early to the basement of the White House to make way for the “Harris administration”. Harris, known currently as the most liberal senator in Washington, will be ...

Supports Trump’s policies

To the editor: I’m a “policy” voter. ... And every policy, act and executive order that President Trump has signed I support 100%. That’s never happened with any other president in my lifetime. “VA Missions Act,” improving health care and treatment options for our veterans. Rebuilt our military and largest military pay raises in a decade. Space Force, ensuring our ability to protect our power grid, likely the next world battleground. Combatted the opioid crisis, legislation to stop human trafficking and supporting the victims. “2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act,” ...

Supports Walter for Sheriff

To the editor: I very seldom submit letters to the editor, especially in local elections because I usually know both candidates and supporters on both sides. That is certainly the case with the race for Webster County sheriff this year. I believe the position of sheriff, however, is such an important position that I feel obligated to publicly lend my support to Tony Walter. I’ve been practicing law in this community since 1985 and have served as an Assistant Webster County Attorney, a private criminal defense lawyer and most recently as city attorney. In all those capacities I ...