Tales from the Mark Side: Time to acknowledge “reverse-ism” in America
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Tales from the Mark Side: Time to acknowledge “reverse-ism” in America

mark.young@manateeherald.com We’ve reached a point in this country where the need to attach an “ism” at the end of every word in order to attack others has become something of an addiction. Ford and Chevy owners will probably start calling each other Fordists and Chevyiests. As a NY Giants fan, I’ll Cowboys fans will call…

Tales from the Mark Side: Trust the government? I don’t think so
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Tales from the Mark Side: Trust the government? I don’t think so

mark.young@manateeherald.com I was watching live when EPA Administrator Michael Regan tried to tell the residents of East Palestine Ohio to, “Trust the government.” I had the same reaction as if watching my beloved NY Giants driving down the field only to throw an interception in the endzone. I came out of my chair and somewhat…

Tales from the Mark Side: Republican all star team aligning for 2024 showdown
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Tales from the Mark Side: Republican all star team aligning for 2024 showdown

mark.young@manateeherald.com As you have no doubt heard me say several times, I am no fan of the primary season. I just don’t like to see Conservatives go at each other, but I understand the process. It’s kind of like the holidays when family comes together. You look forward to it. You get excited, but by…

Tales from the Mark Side: A breakup letter to liberals: It’s not me, it’s you
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Tales from the Mark Side: A breakup letter to liberals: It’s not me, it’s you

mark.young@manateeherald.com Irreconcilable differences. That’s ultimately what the court has to say when finalizing a divorce, and I think we’ve reached that point. I’m not proud to break up with you liberals via a letter, but let’s face it, our ability to communicate face to face has become nearly impossible. Everytime we try to have an…

Tales From the Mark Side: When it comes to Scott Hopes: I told you so
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Tales From the Mark Side: When it comes to Scott Hopes: I told you so

mark.young@manateeherald.com I feel like saying, “I told you so,” is about as petty as one can sink. But I told you so. I have been pretty outspoken against Scott Hopes from the time he was initially being appointed as Manatee County Administrator and his ultimate hiring, much to the chagrin of a lot of Republicans…

Tales from the Mark Side: Anna Maria Island takeover is a breach of trustTales from the Mark Side:
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Tales from the Mark Side: Anna Maria Island takeover is a breach of trustTales from the Mark Side:

mark.young@manateeherald.com We’re not going to see U.S. Marines storming Coquina Beach or the 82nd Airborne Division parachuting into Holmes Beach. But it’s still an invasion as far as I’m concerned. You’ll never catch me saying a bad word about our state representative Will Robinson, but on Anna Maria Island I will respectfully disagree with any…