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High-horse politics

This statement cuts both ways: "What is important to me may not be important to you." We've all been shaped by surrounding influences. Some examples would be the culture, a coach/mentor and teachers. However, most would agree that our primary influence is Mom and Dad. A very influential father said, "Son, you've got to get off that high horse." What he was really saying was too much pride will cause you to make bad decisions and because you think so highly of your own opinion, you won't/don't listen to anything but your own. Another extremely important lesson sounds like this, "Son, ...

Questions goals in US attacks on Iran

Here is a letter I sent U.S. Rep. Jack Bergman, R-Watersmeet, on March 9 through his Congressional portal. Congressman Bergman, The Trump administration’s multiple tariffs, threats to annex Greenland and Canada, attacks on Venezuela purportedly for drug trafficking, while pardoning a former Honduran president/drug kingpin, are baffling. The administration’s policies align more with the Queen of Hearts in “Alice in Wonderland” than a great nation. The policies, bereft of reason, are chaotic, out of focus, and consistently and needlessly cruel. The administration has killed ...

Public comment at meeting’s conclusion would be beneficial

As someone who has had the privilege of serving our community on the Gladstone City Commission (2015–16) and the Delta County Commission (2023–24), I have always believed in the value of open government and constructive public involvement. During my time in office, I observed that residents often have their most relevant feedback after they have had the chance to hear a full board discussion. When a meeting allows for a brief comment period at the end of the agenda, it provides immediate clarity for the public and helps leaders stay connected to the community’s real-time ...

Response to Minnesotan

The recent letter from a former Escanaba resident regarding "Operation Metro Surge" in Minnesota provides a heart-wrenching narrative, but it conveniently omits the "why" behind this necessary federal response. While the author uses emotional appeals to frame the community as being under siege, we must look at the facts from a perspective of law and order. For years, sanctuary policies in the Twin Cities have allowed individuals with no legal right to be here, including those with criminal records, to remain in neighborhoods, often at the expense of citizen safety. Operation Metro Surge ...

Letter policy

The Daily Press welcomes letters of opinion from readers. Letters submitted must include the sender’s name, address and telephone number. Only writers’ names and community will be printed. Names cannot be withheld and letters should be kept to 500 words or less. Letters to the editor should be written on topics of general interest. Personal attacks are not allowed. Only one letter per person per month may be printed. Items that appear to be "thank-you" notes are not considered letters to the editor but may instead run as "Bouquets," which are published on Saturdays. The Daily ...

Listen to Minnesotan neighbors

Dear Neighbors in Escanaba: I grew up in Escanaba, graduating in 1988. I now live in Edina, Minn., a first-ring Minneapolis suburb. My family and I have visited the U.P. countless times to see my in-laws in Ishpeming and my parents in Escanaba. I eulogized my mom in 2023 and my dad in 2024 at Bethany Lutheran Church where my dad, Dean, was pastor and my mom, Elaine, lovingly served the church and broader community. I loved growing up in Escanaba. This community valued education for its young people, the arts, the beauty of nature, and showing up for neighbors. Now I live in Minnesota, ...