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Incumbent endorses Clodfelter for treasurer
To the editor: Next week’s Democratic primary election features only one local race but it is a race of critical importance to Athens County voters. The primary for Athens County Treasurer is being contested by two local Democrats. I believe Beth Clodfelter is clearly the best choice. She is an accomplished professional with a couple…
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Hamas attacks did not occur in a vacuum
The events of October 7th are a result of 75 years of occupation. It is time to stop blaming the victims.
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Israeli Cease Fire Resolution and Athens City
Some wonder why I was one of the two (out of six) Athens City Council members who voted against the recent controversial resolution. Others thanked me for my decision.
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Seventh grader seeks presidency of Nelsonville-York Middle School student council
To the editor: My name is Zach Hockman. I am proud to announce I am running for Nelsonville York Middle School Student Council and I am seeking the office of president. Here is some information about me: Zach Hockman is a current 7th grader who is running for Nelsonville York Middle School Student Council President…
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Meals on Wheels driver urges support for senior services levy
To the editor: As a Meals On Wheels driver, I have seen firsthand how important this program is to seniors in our county. There is a great need for meals for the elderly or home-bound individuals, not just for food security but also for their health and safety. Often, the Meals on Wheels driver is…
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Attend film screening to learn about war in Gaza
To the editor: I would like to urge the citizens of Athens who have questions about the war conditions in Gaza today to see a documentary entitled “Born in Gaza.” It follows the lives of children in Gaza shortly after the 2014 Gaza war. Ninety-six percent of those killed were Palestinians, most civilians and children.…
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Hamas bears full responsibility for Gaza war
To the editor: Consider Gazans in chains; hear their plaintive plea,“Release us from Hamas’ tyrannical thugocracy.”It’s for them, for myself, and our common legacy,That I protest whenever I hear and whenever I see,Someone malevolently declaring “Palestine must be set free,From the Jordan River to the Mediterranean Sea.” It’s Hamas’ threats, that I ask you to…
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OU administration must stand up for donors, faculty and students
At a time when moral courage and leadership are called for, the new university president and Ohio’s attorney general are failing.
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City must speak out against oppression and violence
Artificial boundaries of written responsibilities of governing bodies or finding the perfect statement should not prevent us from speaking out for peace.
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Ritter will do what’s right for our children
I encourage you to cast your vote for Kevin Ritter as the State Representative for the Ohio 94 District.
