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Published: October 14, 2009
I could only shake my head and laugh when I read the Oct. 8 letter "Empowered citizen," in which the writer states, "In my neck of the woods, I have only seen things get better during [Winston-Salem City Council member Dan Besse's] tenure." It begs the question; in what exact neck of the woods does the writer live?
In the last weeks and months we have seen two massive public/private business projects sponsored and supported by Besse crumble before our eyes. Besse twice voted to support the ballpark with taxpayer money and without any guarantees from its investors. Besse also supported the millions of dollars in tax incentives given to Dell for its (and now, our) failed project. What more evidence could be required to show that Besse has no understanding of the business world and local government's interaction with it?
As the saying goes, "Fool me once, shame on you; fool me twice, shame on me." On Nov. 3, let's not get fooled again by Dan Besse.
CHUCK CLARK
Winston-Salem
Reform is needed
I read your Sept. 29 article "Video of Chicago student's death may be call to action," concerning the beating and death of Derrion Albert, a young African-American male. It is very sad to hear, but one thing is very evident: These societies need to reform quickly. I am referring to the societies that have folks abusing the welfare system and not disciplining their children.
Having to worry about being savagely beaten when you are simply walking to your bus stop is pathetic. These neighborhood groups need to re-evaluate what they are doing with their lives. Although many come from less fortunate backgrounds, this does not mean they should join together and wreak havoc in their neighborhoods.
Many of these young adults glorify "hood" life and have poor morals. The city of Chicago has provided sufficient role models in their school system through programs like City Year and the Chicago Youth Leadership Academy.
Derrion Albert kept his head straight on his shoulders. He was an honor-roll student at his high school and was very much involved with computers. It is truly sad to watch those who could be successful waste their lives away by selling drugs and committing heinous crimes in their communities.
MICHAEL SWINSON
Winston-Salem
Complaining
I cannot for the life of me understand how the Journal thinks that it can please the general public. We can't even please the congregation of the church.
I am not interested in a lot of the comics -- but I guess someone is. What difference does it make where the crossword puzzle goes -- or anything else, for that matter?
With the world situation what it is, we need to be glad we've even got a newspaper. Wouldn't it be great if that was all we had to complain about?
Those who complain need to get out and help the homeless and the sick and visit nursing homes and thank the Good Lord for what they do have.
BETTY COOKE
Pfafftown
Pat on the back
I have been reading your editorial section for years. I am amazed at the type of complaints that people address. We do have freedom of speech, but I sometimes wonder if people realize what they are saying.
I usually chuckle at the letters, but not at "Unhappy with changes" (Oct. 4), complaining about your article on Logan Prysiaszniuk, the 11-year-old girl who was making extra money for college by making scarves ("Colorful Creations," Sept. 28). I found this article interesting and felt proud of the young lady for what she was doing and had accomplished. I also felt proud of her mother and grandmother for standing behind her and helping her get started with this project.
The letter was uncalled for and may have embarrassed the young lady. Let's pat these young people on the back instead of making negative comments to send to the newspaper. All we have to do if we are not interested in reading an article is move on to the next one; turn the page to something else; or, as a lot have threatened to do, drop their subscriptions. I daresay they would be missing the paper in a short period of time, with or without the new format.
ANN STRICKLAND
Winston-Salem
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