Ever since I was a young kid, Thanksgiving is something I’ve always looked forward to. It’s a cherished time where we catch up with family, sit down for a delicious meal, and reflect on …
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By Jason Smith, U.S. Representative
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11/28/24
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Clowns
Dear Editor
Looks like Trump is emptying the clown car and giving them all cabinet posts. What's next? A Supreme Cour appointment for Florida Judge Aileen Cannon, Trump's chief …
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11/28/24
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Dear Editor
It’d be funny if it weren’t so sad. Over the last several months, I’ve unfortunately had reason to reach out to counsel us as a people, as citizens, Christians and …
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9/26/24
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Dear Editor
The hardest decision a woman will ever face is not yours to make. Amendment Three guarantees every woman has the right to make decisions about her “prenatal care, her …
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9/26/24
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Dear Editor
This letter concerns patriotic activities around the courthouse lawn and steps.
Several times a year on the occasion of a patriotic holiday, there are gatherings at the …
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9/26/24
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Dear Editor
Among other reasons, my presidential vote will be cast for Donald Trump because:
1. His policies are Pro-American, Pro-Constitution, Pro-Family, and Pro-Common Sense.
2. A …
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9/26/24
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On Sept. 15, an absolute tragedy was prevented when a vigilant Secret Service agent fired at an armed lunatic who was determined to assassinate former President Donald Trump. I thank God that he is …
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9/26/24
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If you're an individual who shoplifts a $100 item from a store, you might spend the night in jail — and you certainly won't be allowed to keep the product.
But if you're a company and you …
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9/26/24
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When the American people voted to give House Republicans the majority, one of the reasons was because we promised that we would continue former President Trump’s strong policies that countered …
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9/19/24
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Few performances in the theater of American politics are as masterful as the Democratic Party's current sleight of hand with Medicare costs. As we approach the election, listen closely to the …
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9/19/24
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Dear Editor
As our nation's seniors struggle to make ends meet on fixed incomes, it's unconscionable that our government continues to burden them with property taxes. These individuals have …
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9/19/24
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Dear Editor
As many of you may know by now, with my appointment by the governor to be part of the Missouri Ethics Commission, I’ve stepped back from party-focused political action and …
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9/19/24
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Dear Editor
“First, they came for the socialists, and I did not speak out — because I was not a socialist. Then they came for the trade unionists, and I did not speak out because …
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9/19/24
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Over Labor Day weekend, it was announced that 23-year-old Israeli-American Hersh Goldberg-Polin was among the six captives who were brutally murdered at the hands of Hamas. My heart goes out to the …
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By Rep. Jason Smith
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9/12/24
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In late June, generic drug maker Teva Pharmaceuticals launched a generic version of Victoza, a blockbuster diabetes drug, in the United States.
Victoza is one of the first GLP-1 drugs — …
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By David Kampos
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9/12/24
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Dear Editor
The liberal mindset is often questioned by conservatives. So, I have some questions for them. 1. Isn't birth control pro-choice? 2. Aren’t subsidies for corporations and farms …
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9/12/24
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Dear Editor
President Joe Biden announced that he is stepping down from the presidential race. I hope and pray that our nation can unite in celebrating and honoring both the man and the Office …
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9/12/24
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Dear Editor
A recent letter to the editor reminded me that the word "listing" has multiple meanings. The statement contained a long, dubious list of Donald Trump's accomplishments as president: …
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9/12/24
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Every Labor Day, we celebrate the hardworking men and women who make America the envy of the world. They wake up early, show up to work every day, and put in long hours to create a better future for …
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9/5/24
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It was only a matter of time. Not too long ago, my son, Max, and I had an unscheduled meeting to discuss the accuracy of the speedometer in my truck. The meeting began with flashing red and blue …
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9/5/24
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Dear Editor
Here are some of the liberal "welfare" giveaways Republicans oppose – banning price gouging, expanding access to affordable housing, boosting child tax credits, promoting …
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9/5/24
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Dear Editor,
It's time to do your own unbiased vetting. The top presidential candidates have a similar length of time working in the top positions of our nation. Let's start with some verifiable …
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8/29/24
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LTE-Laurentius
Dear Editor
I agree with Gene Tucker. Jarred Kutz’s critique of our electoral system pulled the rug out from under Donald Trump’s stolen election lie. Did you …
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8/29/24
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Dear Editor,
“That’s my dad!” Gus Walz yelled as his father accepted the nomination for vice president on the Democratic ticket. Rather than applaud this young man’s love …
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8/29/24
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As an owner of Three Spring Farms in Perryville, I am deeply troubled about the inclusion of language designed to undo state agriculture laws in the U.S. House’s version of the Farm Bill.
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8/29/24
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