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Our Opinion: Graduates can give themselves the best gift
Graduation is a time of transition.
Your Opinion: Alarmist view of Social Security
When Steve Sampson talks to us we run for the bunkers. He has a bomb in every missive. His latest on May 6 blast is his affirmation that Social Security is insolvent.
Your Opinion: Heed warning signs of child abuse, neglect
Stay alert and don’t ignore the signs of abuse
Your Opinion: Conservative comparison
Perhaps conservative thought isn’t everything it’s promised.
Your Opinion: Inconsistent on education
Congressman Luetkemeyer’s latest letter tells us of the perils of education programming and policy currently at work in Washington. Frankly Luetkemeyer is all over the map on this issue.
Your Opinion: Gasoline pricing hints at collusion
For a long time I’ve watched the gasoline prices here in Jefferson City go through wild up and down swings.
Your Opinion: State sells its soul by accepting Common Core
I would like to share my thoughts regarding the May 4 News Tribune article, “Federal agency intrudes on education with Common Core.”
Our Opinion: State services, employees hit in crossfire of spite-based budgeting
News Tribune editorial
Clout always has played an integral role in government with three branches and two major political parties.
Perspective: Thoughts on faith and government
Recently we observed a National Day of Prayer and I was asked to speak at a gathering that day. My staff thought it would be of interest to many of you if our weekly column would be excerpts from the speech. Hope you enjoy it.
Our Opinion: Respect opens opportunities for achievement
News Tribune editorial
As the Jefferson City Academic Center celebrates being named a National School of Character, it is fitting to look back to September, when the monthly character trait near the beginning of the school year was “respect.”
Your Opinion: Christians values worth defending
I’m probably being viewed by most of your readers as “Chicken Little,” but when are Christians ever going to get enough gumption to say enough is enough.
Your Opinion: Local governments spin poor decisions
Only in Cole County could an investment be considered successful if it lost $22,000.
Your Opinion: ISRS viewpoints vary — favors
Well, it took just over four months, but the Missouri General Assembly finally brought the Infrastructure Strengthening and Regulatory Streamlining Act (ISRS) to the floor for debate.
Your Opinion: ISRS viewpoints vary — opposes
Mr. Pavely, regarding your letter about ISRS, according to the Webster New Collegiate dictionary, “Surcharge” is defined as a charge over the normal or usual rate, to overcharge, an excessive charge, load or burden.
Your Opinion: ISRS viewpoints vary — employee's perspective
I’ve worked in the electric utility industry 30 plus years in Mid-Missouri ...
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