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Candidates should be who they are
Voters, watch out for imitators! I already know of two cases where our “independent” candidates would have you think of them as Republican candidates ... unless, of course, you happen to be a Democrat. Telling you that they are the Republican candidate is not the truth.
Stretching the truth seems to be the norm about this time in the election cycle. I have often been quoted as telling those interested in running as Republicans that all they have to do is vote Republican in the primary — that would have been in May. That appeared to be a bit too difficult for our “independents.” Maybe they really didn’t actually want to be Republicans, but just wanted to find an easy way to get your vote. What’s up with that? That would kind of disqualify them to me.
You see, to run as a Republican — or a Democrat for that matter — actually means standing for the principles supported by the platform of the respective party. I strongly encourage voters to learn what those principles are and let their votes reflect the values they agree with. We publish those platforms and contrast them on our website at FloydGOP.com.
I think the truth may actually be found in these “independents” knowing that more and more, Hoosiers are re-identifying with the platform principles of the Republican Party since most of us are pretty conservative at heart. Some of us gave the liberal principles a spin back in 2008 and they haven’t worked. I know conservatives aren’t perfect either, and we have more than our share of scoundrels to point at. But by and large, the principles of accountable government, lower taxes and personal responsibility ring most consistently with those of us who call Southern Indiana our home.
I’ve told people how they can become a Republican and run for office in our party. I still encourage you to come join our party and represent the ideals Hoosiers really care about and promise to support. Just stop telling voters you have already done so until you actually make the decision to do so.
— Dave Matthews, chairman, Floyd County Republican Party
Reader endorses two council candidates
Among a respectable field of candidates for Jeffersonville City Council at large, Matt Owen stands out as especially qualified, honest and hardworking. Matt brought favorable national media attention to Jeffersonville when he announced his admirable intent to run for mayor. I am confident he will continue to make us all proud as a member of the council.
His educational background and leadership positions within his church, school and community make him well qualified for the office he seeks and exemplify his willingness and ability to step up and work hard. I’ve had the opportunity to witness him interacting with citizens expressing their concerns and desires for this community, and he has always responded with thoughtfulness, honesty and compassion.
Matt will bring a fresh perspective to city government. Jeffersonville needs Matt Owen for Council at large.
Jeffersonville District 5 voters could not ask for a more devoted city council representative than Lisa Gill. A member of the city drainage board, Lisa is an expert on environmental issues, particularly those effecting flooding and drainage. A devoted community leader, Lisa has been helping neighborhoods address their needs for years. She researches diligently and navigates the city and state bureaucracy to get results.
Her assistance has been key in having the waterway in Vissing Park restored and protected after destruction by the city. Her support has helped the Jefferson Court neighborhood continue to fight their good fight of protecting their quality of life and nearby wetlands. She has assisted with setting up neighborhood block watches. Her passion and knowledge of public safety issues are second to none.
With Lisa on the council, neighborhoods and the environment will enjoy greater protection, and our police and fire professionals will be treated with the respect they deserve.
Please elect Lisa Gill to City Council District 5.
— Kelley Curran, Jeffersonville
Opinions
News and Tribune letters: Oct. 20, 2011
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DODD: An unexpected Angel
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STAWAR: The souvenir state of America
Recently, my wife Diane and I spent the day aboard the Belle of Cincinnati with our daughter’s family. We all had a good time, even though the diesel-powered Cincinnati attraction isn’t a real steamboat, like our own Belle of Louisville, and despite the fact that it poured down rain the whole time.
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NASH: Making a Memorial vacation
Memorial Day weekend is upon us which brings us to the start of the summer travel season. With the mild winter we had around here most schools didn’t have much in terms of snow make-up days so many kids have already finished up their semesters and are ready to get on with their holiday. Not to worry parents it will only be a couple of weeks before the back-to-school sales kick in and in no time at all it will be time for those youngsters to go back.
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HARBESON: A handy little idea
After having worked hard the past few months, I now have something new to add to my resume — “I was Lead Project Manager for a major construction venture, supervising every aspect in the creation of a privately funded community building.”
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MORRIS: Nancy Hogan was more than just an employee
Pulling into The Tribune parking lot each morning was pretty uneventful in the old days. Nothing good happens between 5:30 and 6 a.m. Nothing at all.
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HAMILTON: Is this really the best we can do?
As you know if you pay attention to national affairs, the United States faces a perfect fiscal storm at the end of this year. A confluence of deadlines and policy triggers unlike anything I can remember in a half-century of public life will produce massive budget cuts and serious tax increases amounting to a 3.5 percent hit on the nation’s Gross Domestic Product.
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LETTERS: May 23, 2012
— Tea Party leader responds to bridges column
— Bridges need a new approach
— Wives of JPD officers say thanks for service
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BEAM: Lost memories found
As time elapses, so do our memories. I forget things now. I can’t remember his height. How did he curl his lips into that sardonic, wholehearted smile? I only recall flashes of a moment. Wearing his jacket at prom. His golf clubs in the back of his old, golden car. Notes passed in the hallway. Listening to Boys to Men in his basement.
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STANCZYKIEWICZ: A gift for mom and dad
Two strategies for parents are important. First, parents need to model for children how to disagree. “When you’re talking with your spouse and you’re whining and complaining and nagging, you shouldn’t be too surprised when your young person does the same thing,” Allen said. “We need to be good role models.”
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