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Letters to the Editor

Here come the ‘experts’ again

Andrew Allis, Granville Recently in this Letters section some “experts” multiplied names, as if counting heads is the way to determine truth (argumentum ad populum), and posted their self-perceived impressive credentials and degrees in an argument from authority or supposed expertise ...

Setting record straight on schools

Sen. Don Schaible, Mott There’s been a few headlines lately criticizing the legislature for bills related to school lunch and school choice. I want to set the record straight on those issues and the work the legislature has done to ensure the best possible education for all children in ...

Legislature protecting masculinity?

James Maxson, Minot Has the North Dakota State legislature protected the masculinity of North Dakota males or questioned their masculinity? Do North Dakota males really need legislative action to prevent them from “crossing over to the other side”? Will humiliating persons with different ...

Stabilize child care by amending bill

Erin Laverdure, Hazen In 2022, a number of people interested in addressing the child care crisis in North Dakota formed the North Dakota Child Care Action Alliance. The coalition held listening sessions with child care professionals, families and businesses to better understand the child ...

Ranchers committed to raising beef sustainably 

Jerry Doan, McKenzie With Earth Day today, sustainability is top-of-mind with consumers, and beef ranchers are no different. I am proud of the high-quality beef I produce for consumers, but I can’t do that without caring for the land. Black Leg Ranch was founded in 1882 in what was ...

Veto urged on anti-abortion bill

Amy Jacobson, Executive Director, Prairie Action, Fargo Anti-abortion politicians in North Dakota are trying to control our bodies and our lives, take away our freedom, and force their will on the rest of us. These extremist politicians, led by Senator Janne Myrdal, are intent on banning ...