Letters to the Editor
Think like a Philosopher – Letter to the Editor
French philosopher Rene Descartes once wondered about how he knew he existed. He began examining his thoughts and discovered that he can’t be sure of anything… until he became certain that he was doubting his...
Teens, Step Up! – Letter to the Editor
As a teenager, I did not see the necessity of getting vaccinated due to the possible side effects. Then one day, my employer notified me that the vaccine was soon to be mandatory. So, I...
Our Community Garden Took a Village – Letter to the Editor
Weeding at the Municipal Rose Garden was a perfect volunteering opportunity. Recently, my sister and I went there to help with the preparation of an upcoming event. Specifically, we removed the weeds. As the roses...
Myanmar – Letter to the Editor
Feeling Lucky in Myanmar They came for us Me, Ko Toe and Lay Thandar In the middle of the night At the station We were told to “ride our bikes” So off we went Bow-legged...
SB 9 & SB 10: No affordable housing but giveaways to developers – Letter to the Editor
In early June, our state senators will vote on SB9 and SB10, which upzone single-family zones without California Environmental Quality Act reviews. Upzoning increases land price, and makes it harder for homebuyers to compete with...
There is Always a Silver Lining in Every Cloud – Letter to the Editor
On March 10, 2020, I received an email from my school’s principal that the school would be closing because of the coronavirus. From that day, I have started my quarantine. During that time, I was...
Do People Wrap The Food Or The Future? – Letter to the Editor
Every day I see my mother use plastic to wrap both cooked and uncooked food, separate food into portions, and cover food before heating it in the microwave. This happens in my house, but I...
The great charade parade – Letter to the Editor
Soon, we will arrive at the great patriotic day in July, with hopefully a sigh of relief. But I have news for the mayors, parade organizers, country singers, veterans, political candidates, and chamber of commerce...
Re: Final Verdict: Twice-Lost Voting Rights Lawsuit Cost City Nearly $5.8 Million – Letter to the Editor
The lesson here is that just because one occupies a position of responsibility, (here being council members and City Attorney), residents can never assume those in such positions will act responsibly. Let’s be clear. Since...
In response to the guilty verdict on all three counts against Derek Chauvin – Letter to the Editor
“Justice would be George Floyd alive right now. It would be the freedom of every person in this country to exist without their skin color placing them at fatal risk every day of their lives....