Backing Harris

Dear Editor,

Thursday, Aug. 22 marked the conclusion of the Democratic National Committee’s event and the grand opening of the Erin Willman and Warren Democratic Committee Headquarters. Although we predicted a turnout of around 12 individuals, instead the headquarters was bustling with enthusiastic Democrats, reflecting a strong presence in the rural counties often overshadowed by Republicans. I had the honor of hosting the event and addressing the citizens of Warren County. For those who were unable to attend, I want to share the key points from the opening ceremony.

Today, we face a crucial moment in our nation’s history — a moment that demands our collective resolve, our unwavering commitment, and our belief in a future that moves us forward, not back.

For too long, we have seen a system that helps the wealthy few while leaving the rest of us to fend for ourselves. We have seen leaders who prioritize tax cuts for their friends over the needs of everyday Americans. We have seen them use their power to shield themselves from justice. We are tired of seeing them ignore the significant issues that affect our lives.

But today, we have an opportunity to change that … by choosing Kamala Harris. We have the chance to elect a leader who comes from the middle class, a leader who understands our struggles because she has lived them, a leader who embodies dignity, a leader who tells the truth, and a leader who loves the people she serves. We have the chance to elect Kamala Harris to be the first woman President of the United States this November.

We are at a crossroads. Extremists want to pull us back into a past that no longer serves us, a past of division and despair. But we are not going back. We are moving forward. We are choosing progress over regression, unity over division. We are not going back!

Some may question the path ahead, some may doubt our strength. But remember, when we fight, we win. We have the power to shape our future, to build a country that works for everyone, not just the privileged few.

I challenge you today to make this moment count. To step off the sidelines and into the arena. Speak up. Show up. Make your voice heard. Each vote is a step forward, each action is a testament to our collective resolve.

This November, let us come together with one voice, echoing our commitment to a better future. A future where integrity prevails, where leaders serve with honor, and where every American can thrive.

Let’s put Kamala Harris in the White House. Let’s show the world that we believe in a future where everyone has a seat at the table. Together, we will move forward. Together, we will win.

Jacob Devereaux,

Russell

Food for thought

Dear Editor,

I’m just one person with one opinion but I’ve heard from many regarding both of these subjects that agree with me.

If a brick and mortar business is worried about a food truck taking business away from them or complaining that it’s easier for them to operate, let me just say rubbish! If you are worried about a truck then you are not doing your business correctly.

If you serve a good product at a reasonable price and your customers are happy they will continue to come back. They may try the truck every now and then, but they will be back if you’ve done your job right. And if you think the truck is easier then get one of your own.

I don’t know who organizes the stuff that happens at Betts but maybe whoever does could actually think about benefiting everyone instead of just a specific area.

When there is a function there, they always seem to use the end that’s mostly active all on its own, thus disabling the people that use it. Recycle people parked right before the pickle ball courts, blocking the entire end. So they had to walk to courts if they chose to play, no one could get a kayak or boat in the water because that area wasn’t accessible thanks to the blockage.

So thinking about it reasonably, why not use the other end of the parking lot? You know the one that doesn’t have anything that people can’t access from a different area and that nothing is usually going on other than ball games — which there was none going on. I think utilizing the whole park instead of just the already busy part might make a tad more sense.

Just saying.

Vickie Surdyk,

Warren