Today's Opinions

To the editor:
I want to express my deep appreciation to The Democrat for publishing a special tribute to all those who have served our country, both past and present. It is not only patriotic to provide this service but also it shows sincere honor and respect. At a time when we observe some of our officials showing absolute neglect and even disdain for veterans’ benefits, it is commendable to see someone doing the right thing.

The giving season is upon  us and there are so many ways to help others -- here at home or across the globe.
Each year the Christmas Angel program, which is managed through the Family Resource Centers, grows beyond everyone’s expectations. Somehow, though, the needs are met and there are children who wake up Christmas morning to gifts they wouldn’t otherwise receive.
Through an application process, families who have fallen on tough times submit gift ideas for their child or children.

I cannot allow the Halloween edition of this paper to pass without raising the alarm about something truly terrifying. As a horror movie fan, I am familiar with many of the things that fill us with revulsion, feed our nightmares and quite possibly originate from paid government scientists playing in God’s domain.
I had no idea what that terrible thing was until I arrived home last Monday night.