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Trump chaos escalating

To the editor: It appears, sadly, that President Donald J. Trump’s second term in the White House is primarily motivated by the grossly excessive ego gratification on his part, focusing, unquestionably, primarily on retribution against those whom he perceives as his political adversaries, while showing his disregard of the U.S. Constitution, rule of law and freedom of speech, the likes of which have never been seen in the history of our great country. In addition, Trump continues to use his office in order to shamelessly further enhance his great wealth, reportedly receiving in ...

Pray for change in city

To the editor: Steubenville is on the threshold of a historic transformation. Having completed our Choice Neighborhood Planning Grant (steubenvillechoice.com), our city is now eligible for a $26 million federal Implementation grant. While $26 million is a massive sum, its true power is its ability to act as a magnet. By securing this grant, we unlock a capital stack of state and federal loans and tax credits totaling over $76 million for the North End. With careful stewardship, this investment will turn our vision into reality: 256 new or modernized dwellings. Imagine the impact of ...

Unlawful behavior has consequences

To the editor: Written in Amendment 1 of the Bill of Rights “Congress shall make no law … abridging the right of the people peaceably to assemble”. This is interpreted to mean that people can peacefully protest. I have peacefully protested abortion. I stood along Main Street in Wintersville holding a sign against abortion. I did not obstruct the sidewalk or the road. Some passing cars acknowledged my presence—some in favor and some not in favor. I smiled and waved at everyone. If a law enforcement officer told me to leave, I would have taken my sign and drove home. I would not ...

Candidate ready to work for residents

To the editor: The election for Jefferson County Commissioner will be held in November. Over the next nine months, I will be introducing myself to the voters, sharing my background and experience and hopefully earning your vote. I am a former civil engineering designer and hands-on builder of municipal infrastructure. That occupation has provided me with practical and comprehensive insight into how city and county water, sewer and roadway systems are designed, maintained and repaired. I understand how these systems function because I have worked on them myself. Our Jefferson County ...

Person must be troubled

To the editor: I’m writing to thank Julie Stenger of the Herald-Star for her column (“If you can’t help them, at least don’t hurt them,”) and also Carol Teaff for her letter to the editor in the Feb. 8 edition (“Animal cruelty on display.”) Both told readers about the recent animal cruelty incident. This was hard to take in, but we might begin by realizing that plenty of people share this terrible news and mourn this unnecessary suffering. It is not a sign of weakness to care about and act for homeless domestic animals. The person who did this must be very ...

Anger without answers

To the editor: Barry Bardone is at it again, offering another letter built on dishonest claims and exaggerated rhetoric rather than facts or good-faith argument (“Time to stop the insanity,” Feb. 1.) Bardone’s letter follows a familiar formula: Substitute outrage for evidence, smear an entire political party and declare victory. It reads less like a serious contribution to public debate and more like a greatest-hits compilation of talk-radio grievances, strung together without sourcing, context or concern for accuracy. Passion is not a substitute for proof. Contrary to his ...