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Your Opinion: The lies of polling Cal WinterJefferson CityDear Editor:Word is going around that hidden in the liberal-progressive crowd is a sizeable minority of likely voters who secretly plan to vote for Trump. Published Sep. 24 2020 @ 12:05am

Our Opinion: More needed for Missouri’s public health When it comes to public health, Missouri could be mistaken for misery.As we recently reported, the state’s health rankings have been dropping for the past 30 years. Published Sep. 24 2020 @ 12:05am

Your Opinion: Was Ginsburg right with God? Shirley BernskoetterWardsvilleDear Editor:I read with interest in today’s paper, Sept. 21, “Ginsburg’s impact on women spanned age groups, backgrounds. Published Sep. 24 2020 @ 12:05am

CARTOON GALLERY 09-23-20 A sampling of today's editorial cartoons on local and national issues. Published Sep. 23 2020 @ 3:24pm

Your Opinion: Kneeling athletes foolish and hypocritical Dear Editor: I wonder if all the virtue-signaling athletes, Hollywood actors/actresses and liberal politicians know the history of Frances Scott Key, the composer of the Star Spangled Banner, our national anthem. Published Sep. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

Your Opinion: Obamacare and abortion Dear Editor: With Obamacare to be argued before the Supreme Court seven days after the election and Roe vs. Wade at the center of an upcoming Supreme Court nomination, we are truly living in interesting times. Published Sep. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

Your Opinion: Court could take up discrimination case Dear Editor: In October, the U.S. Supreme Court will begin a new session. Published Sep. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

Our Opinion: Kempker a good choice for American Legion commander We applaud the selection of Gary B. Kempker as the new American Legion Post 5 commander.Kempker has served our community, our state and our nation in various capacities over the past few decades, and this is a natural fit for his talents. by News Tribune Published Sep. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

Your Opinion: Trump Derangement Syndrome Dear Editor: There is a sickness called TDS, or Trump Derangement Syndrome. It is real, and it effects millions, and is easily cured by reason, logic and a bit of common sense. Published Sep. 23 2020 @ 12:05am

CARTOON GALLERY 09-22-20 A sampling of today's editorial cartoons on local and national issues. Published Sep. 22 2020 @ 11:48am

Our Opinion: Make railroad safety a top priority Here in Jefferson City, we're blessed to have passenger and freight train lines that provide services, help our economy and provide picturesque views alongside the Missouri River. by News Tribune Published Sep. 22 2020 @ 12:05am

Your Opinion: Lincoln's COVID-19 status Dear Editor: After reading of the "incidents" at Ellis-Porter Park and that "hundreds of people attending" and the 'incident' at Lincoln University, my question is why have we not seen any reports of COVID-19 testing and positivity rates from Lincoln U? Published Sep. 22 2020 @ 12:05am

Your Opinion: Signs of cultural destruction Dear Editor: I call your attention to the following five articles all appearing in the last three months. Published Sep. 22 2020 @ 12:05am

CARTOON GALLERY 09-21-20 A sampling of today's editorial cartoons on local and national issues. Published Sep. 21 2020 @ 12:59pm

Your Opinion: Church al Fresco Dear Editor: Last Sunday, I attended church services outdoors under a giant oak tree just behind our church building. Published Sep. 21 2020 @ 12:05am

Our Opinion: Less-than-ambitious special session brings less-than-spectacular results Gov. Mike Parson's less-than-ambitious special session on violent crime finally fizzled out Wednesday. Published Sep. 20 2020 @ 12:05am

Your Opinion: Helmet law saved life Dear Editor: In October 1966, my brother was involved in an accident between his motorcycle and an automobile at the corner of Monroe Street and Highway 50 in Jefferson City. Published Sep. 20 2020 @ 12:05am

Your Opinion: How stupid do they think we are? Dear Editor: Do you find it as disappointing as I do when our elected officials think we are just plain stupid? Case-in-point, less than two years ago, November 2018, we, "the people," passed Clean Missouri by over 60 percent. Published Sep. 20 2020 @ 12:05am

Perspective: Wrapping up our legislative year Sept. 16 marked the last day of the extraordinary session called by the governor. It was also the day of the Legislature's annual veto session. by State Sen. Mike Bernskoetter, R-Jefferson City, Mo. Published Sep. 20 2020 @ 12:05am

Your Opinion: Stop destroying political signs Dear Editor: The Trumpers are out in Moniteau County. They have been vandalizing yard signs, stealing them, and tearing up or destroying some in California and out in the county. Published Sep. 20 2020 @ 12:05am

Perspective: Transportation evolution in Cole County Today, we take our streets, roads and highways for granted; our automobiles and trucks are a necessity to our existence. by Sam Bushman, Cole County presiding commissioner Published Sep. 20 2020 @ 12:05am

Perspective: Session produced good bills, but we could have done better Special session was just completed. I know the governor indicated you cannot expect a home run every time, but I believe we could have done better. by State Rep. Rudy Veit, R-Jefferson City, Mo. Published Sep. 20 2020 @ 12:05am

Our Opinion: We're not there yet Is Missouri "turning a corner" in its COVID-19 fight, as Gov. Mike Parson said Wednesday?While there are some encouraging numbers, we're not ready to go that far. Published Sep. 19 2020 @ 12:05am