http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor-20334.html en-us Copyright 2009 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:54:58 GMT 2009-11-22T00:54:58Z en-us Copyright 2009 http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/with-the-help-of-butler-county-united-way-412734.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 LifeSpan is pleased and grateful to be one of the agencies that receive much-needed financial assistance from the Butler County United Way. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:52:11 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/with-the-help-of-butler-county-united-way-412734.html 2009-11-20T17:52:11Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/its-about-character-410692.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 I was recently asked to join the “Character Advisory Council” as a parent representative. Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:56:11 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/its-about-character-410692.html 2009-11-19T17:56:11Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/what-are-we-teaching-our-sons--408672.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 I have two beautiful sons whom I love and cherish very much. Daniel is 20 and David is 15. Both are just learning and getting their feet wet on what it takes to become a man in today’s society. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:46:16 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/what-are-we-teaching-our-sons--408672.html 2009-11-18T17:46:16Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/stand-up-for-our-own-rights--406371.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 The question often is asked, “What can we do today?” As frustration levels increase over an increasingly out-of-control cabal in Congress, violating constitutional principles at every turn, the quality of citizens who made this nation the “shining city on a hill” - that President Ronald Reagan spoke so elegantly of - wonder out loud: “What can I do? Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:04:12 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/stand-up-for-our-own-rights--406371.html 2009-11-17T17:04:12Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/honor-the-faith-406354.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 I was humbled by results of the Nov. 3 election for Milford Twp. trustee. I decided to run for trustee in April and began knocking on doors to meet people in late May. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:01:59 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/honor-the-faith-406354.html 2009-11-17T17:01:59Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/nix-a-plea-to-the-good-people-of-butler-county-404600.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 Accountability. Relevance. Reliability. Efficiency. Transparency. Effectiveness. These qualities mark the best and brightest organizations across the globe, and for 90 years the Butler County United Way has been serving the community with these standards at our core. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:20:03 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/nix-a-plea-to-the-good-people-of-butler-county-404600.html 2009-11-16T17:20:03Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/listen-to-reason-404599.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 Congressman John Boehner followed through on his promise and voted against the monstrous health care bill in the U.S. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:18:58 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/listen-to-reason-404599.html 2009-11-16T17:18:58Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/feeding-children-our-priority--400763.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 The current economic recession has affected everyone in our country, and Butler County is no exception. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 19:29:44 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/feeding-children-our-priority--400763.html 2009-11-13T19:29:44Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/boehner-never-met-an-animal-protection-law-hes-liked-400606.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 House Minority Leader John Boehner has one of the worst records on animal cruelty in the entire Congress. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:58:48 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/boehner-never-met-an-animal-protection-law-hes-liked-400606.html 2009-11-13T17:58:48Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/proven-lessons-of-president-reagan-400609.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 What a difference a president makes. The 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall was just celebrated in Germany. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:57:27 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/proven-lessons-of-president-reagan-400609.html 2009-11-13T17:57:27Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/needs-are-much-greater-this-year-400477.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 United Way is one of the best-known charitable venues in America. Sadly, most are unfamiliar with what the United Way actually does. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:05:02 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/needs-are-much-greater-this-year-400477.html 2009-11-13T17:05:02Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/lord-must-have-other-plans-for-us-398256.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 To the residents of Fairfield: It’s difficult to put into words how very proud we are of all who helped in any way and the more than 4,000 residents who voted for me on my campaign for mayor of Fairfield. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:56:40 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/lord-must-have-other-plans-for-us-398256.html 2009-11-12T16:56:40Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/one-of-the-best-398250.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 Dean Hubbard, Hamilton’s fire chief (1978-83), died in Missouri on Oct. 14, 2009, and not much was reported. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:55:32 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/one-of-the-best-398250.html 2009-11-12T16:55:32Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/most-grateful-396258.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 The members of the board of the Emergency Money Fund want to extend a sincere “thank you” to all of you who have been making donations to “Make It Happen” when you pay your utility bill. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:14:38 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/most-grateful-396258.html 2009-11-11T18:14:38Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/many-struggling-396273.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 Many thanks for the Nov. 2 article highlighting the plight of many of our neighbors in Butler County. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:13:41 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/many-struggling-396273.html 2009-11-11T18:13:41Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/military-history-396272.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 In response to the call-in comment posted on Oct. 27 concerning gay people in the military: It is obvious that the caller is not very aware of his/her military history. Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:12:06 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/military-history-396272.html 2009-11-11T18:12:06Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/ultimate-sacrifice-394553.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 Today we celebrate yet another Veterans Day. With more than 4,662 U.S. and coalition casualties, and an estimated 186,476 Iraqis dead, while another 350,000 Americans have been wounded, and possibly a million Iraqis - this day should be more than just another holiday. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:57:19 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/ultimate-sacrifice-394553.html 2009-11-10T16:57:19Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/say-thanks-394554.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 ... Many establishments are closed today as the country is urged to take time to pay our respects to our former and current servicemen and servicewomen. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:56:30 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/say-thanks-394554.html 2009-11-10T16:56:30Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/one-decent-meal-393005.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 To those people who keep their nose in other people’s shopping carts: Some people who are on food stamps eat beans, rice, hot dogs, bologna and cheese all month long just to have one decent meal. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:49:56 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/one-decent-meal-393005.html 2009-11-09T18:49:56Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/unprotected-from-a-variety-of-ills-393002.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 Attending a law enforcement seminar, I was informed that the Chinese Mafia has relocated headquarters to Mexico because it is easier to smuggle drugs (specifically heroin) across our southern border than via traditional methods. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:48:45 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/unprotected-from-a-variety-of-ills-393002.html 2009-11-09T18:48:45Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/a-high-calling-389222.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 Thank you, consumers, friends and neighbors, for voting “yes” on Issue 2. It will improve the care of all livestock and keep family farmers on their farms. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:08:13 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/a-high-calling-389222.html 2009-11-06T20:08:13Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/need-is-evident-389233.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 Congratulations to Marilyn Collmer on the success of the small business incubator, BizTech Center. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:06:00 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/need-is-evident-389233.html 2009-11-06T20:06:00Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/my-guess-389232.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 I see where Mike Perry, (Hamilton) director of public utilities, and Ralph Reigelsperger, director of public works, are taking positions elsewhere. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:04:11 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/my-guess-389232.html 2009-11-06T20:04:11Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/lets-remember-our-troops-389047.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 Have we forgotten our troops? Remember? Shortly after our troops went into Iraq, everywhere you went, there were signs up: “Pray for our troops” and “Remember our troops.” Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:42:41 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/lets-remember-our-troops-389047.html 2009-11-06T18:42:41Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/who-are-they-protesting-for--388651.html?cxtype=rss_opinion_20334 ... Medical insurance companies and gambling casinos both “earn” their income on the need, fear, and ultimate misery of their customers. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:45:38 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/who-are-they-protesting-for--388651.html 2009-11-06T15:45:38Z