Pick on someone else
Ooh, the unmerciful pile-on of John Brummett in Thursday's Voices demands a fierce rebuttal. As a newshound octogenarian, I read every word he writes and agree with his style, his opinions and his willingness to say what others only think.
For heaven's sake, pick on someone else. Give Brummett a break; don't read him!
PAT LASTER
Benton
About our president
Well, let's start off with a positive comment about this second-place fool posing as president ... hmm, got it: He is so corrupt and incompetent that he's not doing too much damage. Except of course his even more incompetent Cabinet pushing the country toward either the '50s and/or a strong center leader who will be in charge until he decides "all is good for me."
He is a coward: Vietnam. Bone spurs, how much did that cost? Bigot: Daddy was reportedly a member of KKK (New York police report), not to mention what he has said about minorities.
He screwed American banks to the point they wouldn't loan him anymore, but Russian banks were happy to. Didn't pay contractors and subs, according to multiple lawsuits.
Loyalty: You say something negative about Trump, you will soon be out of a job. You lie and suck up, you are lost. Integrity: Are you serious? It appears he lies more each day than any other, well, anybody over 3. Anti-American: He's working to undermine our faith in the free press, and of course our justice system. Sex: To him it seems women are second-class property to be used and cast away. Wonder what Marla has on him. Mean: DACA, immigration in general. Transgender in the military. Just damn near anything he says. Lying: Is his mouth moving?
I think if you believe in this sham of a leader, you need to turn off Fox, have a strong drink and get help.
CHARLES ISGRIG
Pine Bluff
Keep up the bad work
It has been said that "A wise man is one who knows what he does not know." I believe that term does not characterize John Brummett. Unfortunately, Mr. Brummett only thinks he knows what he does not know.
It has also been said that the mark of a good writer is one who can convey his thoughts clearly without having to resort to name-calling and hollow, childish descriptive terms. A classic example of the former is Mr. Paul Greenberg and the latter is, of course, Mr. Brummett.
Mr. Brummett's Tuesday column "A thousand words" is such an example and can be summed up in just three words: "I hate Trump."
I believe it is useless rantings such as this and others such as Paul Krugman's babble which are largely responsible for President Trump's gain in popularity and will, in large part, be responsible for his re-election (if he even wants it). Keep on keeping on, John!
HOWARD D. HUGHES
Maumelle
Cheers for Brummett
Wow, John B is doing a great job! Three letters requesting his removal in one day. It must be a record.
Keep up those thought-provoking opinions, John. I found the piece on Sarah Huckabee Sanders enlightening. I couldn't figure out how a preacher's daughter could be the mouthpiece for such an immoral person. I believe her wooden, monotone delivery reflects the knowledge of the dishonesty she speaks on behalf of a dishonest person. I watch her because I think one of these days she's going to burst into flame. Jesus warned about selling your soul to gain the world. But apparently Jesus has taken second place to Old Testament prophets and Paul.
And last, people, get over Mallard Fillmore. If a cartoon is that important to you, it may be time to ask yourself why.
KAREN WOODS
Flippin
Anti-Brummetteers
Gee whiz, sports fans, the letters to the editor in Thursday's edition were amazingly uniform in plastic outrage and evident fearfulness of The Other. I put up with Mallard Fillmore, the dreariest little ducky that ever preened a tail feather, so why can't these poor guys put up with our John Brummett?
Can it be they are afraid of alternate views of Fat Donnie? Are they fearful that, absent their public attestations of the faith, a black chopper may swoop over the homestead?
Gimme a break, guys ... this is America the formerly brave, where differing views are truly no threat but merely an opportunity to get acquainted with the neighbors!
ELIZABETH K. HARRIS
Cherokee Village
They set fine example
Happy Father's Day to all the dads, grandpas and uncles. Your love is the best gift. Happy home. Prayer at meal times, fun times, and lots of family gatherings enrich children's lives.
Yes, your work is essential and you set a fine example of responsibility for self and family. Honesty and respect shown are lessons for life. Encouragement through participation tells children their interests are important to them.
I was so blessed by the finest men in my life. My husband--father of our four and grandfather to three--quiet manner shows pride in each one and lifts a hand when needed.
Success on all levels is important, but satisfaction for well-done efforts provides personal satisfaction. Today's world requires inner peace to live with others.
Hug the guys around you and smile at the memory of those in heaven.
ANITA C. GATZKE
Little Rock
Cut off money train
There is one way for motorists to possibly influence the over-zealous traffic enforcement in towns like Parkin, Damascus, etc. That is to refuse to spend any money in those towns, including at local yard sales. The families living near these towns, in particular, can put a big-time economic "hurt" on those towns.
TOM WELCH
Fairfield Bay
Should concern us all
Once again Richard Mason hits the nail on the head. His concern about environmental degradation is something all of us should worry about--even if we don't have grandchildren.
On daily hikes around central Arkansas I carry a trash bag to pick up any trash I encounter. The most common trash I find is plastic water bottles and cigarette butts. I usually fill a trash bag in two miles. Using a reusable water bottle is so easy!
PAT HARRELSON
Sherwood
Editorial on 06/17/2018