Submitted by Gregory L. Alderete. Removing transgender service members from the military not only undermines the effectiveness of the armed forces but also violates basic principles of human decency. Military readiness depends on the ability to recruit and retain the best and most qualified personnel, regardless of gender identity. Excluding transgender individuals deprives the military […]
Letters
Letter: Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Nicole Milton
Submitted by Teairrau Mason. Our beloved Nicole Milton was so much more than words can capture. She was a devoted mother to five incredible children, ages 3 to 17, and the heart of our community. Her laugh could light up a room, her kindness could soften the hardest of days, and her unwavering dedication to […]
Letter: Recalling retired generals to face court-martial proceedings sets a dangerous precedent
Submitted by Gregory Alderete, Lieutenant Colonel US Army retired. Recalling retired generals to face court-martial proceedings, is a move that sets a dangerous precedent for both the military and the country at large. While it’s essential to maintain accountability within the armed forces, the decision to target former high-ranking officers with court-martial charges does more […]
Where Does the Moon Go Once a Month?
Submitted by Brooklyn Munguia. Since the beginning of time there has been an extraordinarily beautiful woman named Esmeray in control of the moon strolling along the white rock ever so gracefully as she travels around the earth. From the top of the moon she could see him, the love of her life, the man on […]
Letter: The success of our nation has always been the free market
Submitted by Dick Muri, Steilacoom. The success of our nation has always been the free market. It drives innovation and competition which ultimately creates jobs, funds our tax base and supports families. That’s why I have been dismayed by the Federal Trade Commission’s opposition to the proposed Kroger and Albertsons merger. They claim consumers will […]
Letter: Another Reason To Choose Private School
Submitted by KM Hills. In 2020 Washington State passed a “Comprehensive Sexual Education Bill” which remains controversial.On March 21, 2024 KOMO News shared a story about how the State now takes it one step further and will soon mandate that LGBTQ+ history be taught in all public schools. Our local school districts will now be […]
Letter: Violated Privacy
Have you ever had people enter your home on their own invitation? I’m not talking burglars. I’m talking about people who are “legally” entering your homes, walking around your private zones, such as your bedrooms, and basically see pretty much everything you own. Are you renting in the City of Lakewood, Washington? Then, it’s most […]
Letter: Free Movie Tickets for ‘The Sound of Freedom’
Submitted by Pad Finnigan. Young children in Pierce County have been and can be snatched up and stolen from their families, then sold into slavery, sexual and otherwise. It is part of a national and international organized crime wave that some say is bigger than the illegal drug trade. A film called “The Sound of […]
Letter: An Ocean Without Water
The sign read, “Ocean Beach Access” but below that “No Water.” I smiled as I passed this sign on my recent trip to the coast. The message was a reminder of a happier time, now however marked by sadness. The last time I was here I was accompanied by my wife, celebrating our anniversary, then […]