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Reagan would cringe to see moral and political downfall of the US

Opinion: Reagan would cringe to see moral and political downfall of the US “If we ever forget we are one


Given antics of his predecessors, Obama is hardly worst president

Opinion: Given antics of his predecessors, Obama is hardly worst president I have read and seen on televi-


Will raccoons be next endangered species in Mill Creek MetroParks?

Opinion: Will raccoons be next endangered species in Mill Creek MetroParks? Although I have already seen a


Misunderstandings abound with group health insurance

Opinion: Misunderstandings abound with group health insurance After group health in- surance is abolished


Legalize fireworks to save Ohioans from being liars

Opinion: Legalize fireworks to save Ohioans from being liars I am the father of four boys, the youngest


Homosexual lifestyle defies God, logic and common sense

Opinion: Homosexual lifestyle defies God, logic and common sense The recent World Digest report, “Gay-


Life story of murdered Gina is hardly unique in the Valley

Opinion: Life story of murdered Gina is hardly unique in the Valley I imagine that many people after


Diocese responds to criticism of Catholic school closing

Opinion: In response to the June 22 let- ter in The Vindicator, we would like to share factual information


Mill Creek Park has become a death camp for beautiful geese

Opinion: Mill Creek Park has become a death camp for beautiful geese I am writing with a heavy heart in


Ohio law has a positive impact on the treatment of concussions

Opinion: Ohio law has a positive impact on the treatment of concussions One of the more frequent injuries


Global economy is choking vitality out of US economy

Opinion: Global economy is choking vitality out of US economy I don’t know about the rest of you people,


Not all Democrats in the Valley should be stereotyped as corrupt

Opinion: Not all Democrats in the Valley should be stereotyped as corrupt Last Sunday, Bertram de Souza


Car break-in engenders sympathy for scofflaw; faith remains strong

Opinion: Car break-in engenders sympathy for scofflaw; faith remains strong Last MONTH, my husband’s car


A perfect location for a dog park on the North Side of Youngstown

Opinion: A perfect location for a dog park on the North Side of Youngstown Driving through the city of


Are there any moral judges left who will oppose gay marriage?

Opinion: Are there any moral judges left who will oppose gay marriage? I read this newspaper day after


Youngstown Diocese has mishandled school closings

Opinion: The Diocese of Youngstown website states, “We are a vibrant community of believers ...” However,


City school board member says district can’t afford pay raises

Opinion: City school board member says district can’t afford pay raises In response to your editorial


Retiring Hubbard schools chief made indelible imprint on district

Opinion: Retiring Hubbard schools chief made indelible imprint on district Mr. Richard Buchenic, thank you


Nonpolitician like Dr. Carson should run for president in ’16

Opinion: Nonpolitician like Dr. Carson should run for president in ’16 Many long-time voters have become


Dads deserve respect, thanks

Opinion: Since time immemorial, American dads have gotten a bad rap. They typically play second-fiddle to


Probe the quality of medical care for active-duty military personnel

Opinion: Probe the quality of medical care for active-duty military personnel So much is being reported on


Sterling punished harshly; where’s freedom of speech?

Opinion: Sterling punished harshly; where’s freedom of speech? I am saddened by recent events concerning


How can US create more jobs? Simply kill 2 trade agreements

Opinion: How can US create more jobs? Simply kill 2 trade agreements Here we go again. It’s elec- tion


Veterans Affairs medical facilities in Youngstown, Cleveland praised

Opinion: Veterans Affairs medical facilities in Youngstown, Cleveland praised The scandalous revela- tions


Overmedication, loud music lead many Americans astray

Opinion: Overmedication, loud music lead many Americans astray So it goes ... as the world turns. Our


Political correctness goes too far in spats over offensive language

Opinion: Political correctness goes too far in spats over offensive language 222They call it “Political


Court decision allowing Christian prayer in public finally gets it right

Opinion: Court decision allowing Christian prayer in public finally gets it right Your recent editorial


God’s gift-wrapping on humans should never trigger bigotry

Opinion: God’s gift-wrapping on humans should never trigger bigotry I’ve had it. Another basketball owner


Doctor’s Rx for VA crisis: Give vets vouchers for private hospitals

Opinion: Doctor’s Rx for VA crisis: Give vets vouchers for private hospitals I am a veteran, and I am A


Stay tuned for the next episode of ‘Benghazi’, the GOP drama

Opinion: Stay tuned for the next episode of ‘Benghazi’, the GOP drama Benghazi. Where have I


Russia puts the United States to shame with anti-swearing edict

Opinion: Russia puts the United States to shame with anti-swearing edict Vladimir Putin has passed a law in


Marijuana is gateway drug for many — not all — users

Opinion: Marijuana is gateway drug for many — not all — users A recent letter (“Debunking marijuana myths


Air show exceeded expectations

Opinion: Air show exceeded expectations My family and I attended the Thunder Over the Valley air show last


Don’t forget dead soldiers who cannot receive graveside care

Opinion: Don’t forget dead soldiers who cannot receive graveside care This weekend we visit cemeteries to


Youngstown voters still blind to fracking propaganda. Why?

Opinion: Youngstown voters still blind to fracking propaganda. Why? Once again I am dismayed that the