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Last gasp of democracy?
By Jack Bernard Bernard is a retired corporate executive Paul Ryan, the Republican former Speaker of the House, said that “Self-governance cannot sustain itself if ... Read more
The hallowed halls of democracy
There will be many stories, opinions, and theories floated around our country regarding the events of January 6th, 2021. Blame will be passed around like ... Read more
Insurrection supporters fail to convince us it was actually antifa
Initially, as the insurrectionists stormed the U.S. Capitol, some supporters all across America cheered them on. One local likened them to “storming the beaches at ... Read more
OUR VIEW: COVID-19 is out of control
Troup County is currently in the middle of its worst COVID-19 outbreak since the summer and has been for several weeks. But Friday’s COVID-19 numbers ... Read more
Should you represent yourself in court?
Abraham Lincoln said, “He who represents himself has a fool for a client.” Can a person represent himself in court? Yes. The law provides that ... Read more
OUR VIEW: Do your research on COVID-19 vaccine
Last week, we posted a survey on our Facebook page, allowing locals a chance to weigh in on taking the COVID-19 vaccine. We have to ... Read more
On fellowship
Several years ago, I read the book, “Make Your Bed” by Admiral William H. McRaven. It started as a commencement speech at the University of ... Read more
Best wishes to nonprofits merging
Two local nonprofits, New Ventures, Inc. and the Calumet Center for Healing and Attachment, recently announced they would merge. New Ventures will serve as the ... Read more
The great divider will be leaving Washington soon
By Jack Bernard Bernard is a retired corporate executive. In May, Rob Reiner said, “Donald Trump is a failure. He has failed at everything he’s ... Read more
OUR VIEW: Smooth election in Troup County
Once again, Georgia found itself in the national spotlight on Tuesday night, as people from around the country watched vote totals in the highly contested ... Read more