Letters to the Editor

Use inmates to clear road

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Interstate 8 between Yuma and Fortuna Road is a disgrace, especially from Avenue 3E east. I think part of the problem is the lettuce packing plants on Gila Ridge Road as it seems to get worse at this time of the year and most of the trash is plastic... Full story

President should show birth record

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I don't understand why we need to vote on a proposal, as introduced in the Arizona Legislature, to determine where a presidential and vice presidential candidate is a natural born citizen before they can appear on the ballot. I also don't... Full story

Term limits exist via elections

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As a former mayor and Minnesota state Senator, I applaud Arizona State Sen. Carolyn Allen for her efforts to repeal term limits for state lawmakers. She also deserves a pat on the back for recognizing her original support was a mistake. Her... Full story

Sparklers not safe for children

As mother of a son who was badly burned by "safe" fireworks, I strongly disagree with your editorial of Feb. 3 supporting a bill to allow the use of sparklers in Arizona.Years ago children were allowed to use sparklers. They were told not to throw... Full story

Yumans losers in golf change

Concerning the push to contract out management of the Desert Hills Golf Course, there is a whole other "rest" of this story that needs to be told. They plan to hire a management company to rid the city of a money-losing operation (their words), have... Full story

How scientists reach consensus

I would like to respond to a statement in a Jan. 26 letter to the editor ("Why are issues being questioned?") about climate change. The writer stated, "If the scientists are confident they are right, why not openly debate the disputed issues... Full story

Gather intelligence and show strength

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In response to Jay Clark's letter ("Needed questions not being asked"), I can affirm without a doubt that he has never been involved with any security group or terrorist monitoring activity. I can further state that he is typical of the great... Full story

Why aren't police stopping speeders?

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Over the past six months, myself and all of my neighbors have continuously called the Yuma Police Department regarding speeding traffic in our neighborhood. We have gotten several different responses from dispatchers, police officers and sergeants.... Full story

Arizona law favors landlords

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The Arizona Landlord Tenant Act for Manufactured Home Parks is so lopsided in favor of the landlord that the tenants have very few rights and are being legally ripped off. First, the Legislature in this act forbids any local governments from... Full story

Agents do great job at crossings

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My wife and I went to Los Algodones in January - the most crowded time of year. It took only 28 minutes for four border personnel to process us through in a professional manner. Three cheers for them! One hears so many complaints about border... Full story

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