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The most infamous line in history is: “I’m from the government and I am here to help you.” History has shown us that government aid often leads to dependency and economic instability. The worst part of the equation is the inability to trust government information.
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…
Someone once observed that “roads are the arteries through which the economy pulses.” Decades ago Manatee County had several commissioners who hoped to thwart growth in our county by refusing to build and enlarge roads. Those “ostrich commissioners” made many poor decisions that set back transportation in our county. Today, we sit in traffic jams…
What’s happening in Ukraine is our problem, especially if Russia wins. For those saying that money can be better spent here, how about focusing more on ending the funding for shrimp on treadmills.
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…
Sarasota resident Bridget Ziegler is a rising star in conservative education circles.
The leadership at the FBI has sold its soul to the wrong group.
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…
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…
