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Our rigged election system promotes apathy, preserves status quo
In the wake of the special election Nov. 3, the unpleasantness of low voter turnout reared its ugly head again. I’d be rich if I had a dollar for every…
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Don’t be fooled by misleading TV ads about energy efficiency
Legislators in Lansing are considering a dangerous proposal being pushed by utility companies that would increase electricity costs for Michigan families and businesses. State Senator Mike Nofs and State Representative…
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If I were voting in the Nov. 3 special election, whom would I choose?
ACHTUNG: This is not a "fair and balanced" story. It's an editorial by the editor. “Hey ho, don’t worry. You know you can’t win. No matter who you vote for,…
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Basing all decisions on money is like emphysema for public schools
I have watched helplessly the slow and painful terminal illness of public education over more than 40 years in community journalism It feels like watching a loved one slowly deteriorate…
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Former State Rep. Cindy Gamrat seeks media corrections, apology
This media advisory is addressed to all local, state and national media: I am requesting an immediate apology and correction from all media outlets that have reported the following misleading…
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Why do we risk precious lands for oil and gas companys’ profits?
In a satellite view of Michigan, the Barry and Allegan State Game Areas can be seen as darker green, textured areas of forest in the satellite image. These areas…
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City Council must finally resolve Plan Commission numbers, 9 or 7
The Wayland City Council’s negligence has allowed an uncertain situation to continue for too long for local governance. Though I wrote an editorial more than a year ago suggesting the…
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Selden helped smooth rough waters after coming to Wayland
ACHTUNG: This is not a "fair and balanced" story. It is an editorial by the editor. The news about Wayland City Manager Mike Selden’s departure was bittersweet. It was bitter…
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Nanny state government could help ‘Bring ’em back alive!’
The Republican Party has been popular over the last 35 years with opposition to “Nanny government.” Yet at times it is guilty of the crime itself and has failed to…
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Democratic Party has to be rooting for Cindy Gamrat to win GOP primary
ACHTUNG: This is not a “fair and balanced” story. It is an editorial by the editor. The Allegan County Tea Party held a forum Tuesday evening for the eight candidates…