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Beth's Story - Ronda Rich

Haughtiness and arrogance have always perplexed me, for I've never understood those traits. "Pride goeth before destruction," declares a book known for pulling no punches.

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Re: Cartoon in the Clayton News Daily

A recent (editorial) cartoon (March 30) showed two well-to-do men, each dressed in a suit, with “Big Oil” written on one suit, and “Wall Street Speculators” written on the other.

Thanks to all the elves who give of themselves

As a long time resident of Clayton County, and a volunteer for Clayton County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), and the Ambassador's Behind CASA (ABC's), I would like to extend a huge thank you to the community of elves that lives and works in Clayton County.

Letter to the Editor - BOBBY WILLIAMS and DWIGHT GINN

Lake City councilmen defend their service

Letter to the Editor - WILLIAM E. MITCHELL

So much has gone wrong in this country

Letter to the Editor - DAVID RASHMIR

Taxpayers will pay for Forest Park’s actions

Letter to the Editor = NANCY COFFMAN

Life imitates art in Jonesboro

Effective jobs program needs funding restored - Brenda Smith

As President Obama prepares to speak to the nation about jobs, both the Administration and Congress need to rethink the drastic reduction in funding, and reinvest in the Senior Community Service Employment Program –– a jobs program that works.

Ms. Dupuy’s question already answered - Larry Wayne McNorton

Homosexuality, according to God, is not natural and, therefore, cannot be innate in man. Man is not an evolved animal, but a special creation of God in His own image; created a little lower than the angels, and was crowned by God with glory and honor.

A plan for local taxpayers

To the editor:Our local officials in Clayton County just jumped our property taxes by more than 34 percent. Gas is at $3.75 per gallon, and groceries have increased 40 percent. The job loss in Clayton County is severe, and foreclosed homes are abundant. Businesses are dropping like flies. But our local officials think they need more money? Why? They think this will solve our problems?

Where is the vision of our commissioners?

To the editor:My fellow citizens of Clayton County, each of our sitting commissioners, (with the exception of Gail Hambrick) are re-elected; therefore, I must submit that we knew what they were when we picked them up. As you know, on this past Tuesday, Commissioners Sonna Singleton, Wole Ralph and Gail Hambrick voted to balance the budget on the backs of property owners in this county.

Rumors don't help school system

In recent weeks, the Clayton County public school district has been beset with rumors that are not only incorrect, but are harmful to efforts to improve educational opportunities for our students.

Congressman deserves thanks - G.P. "Bud" Peterson

As President of Georgia Tech, I would like to express my gratitude to U.S. Rep. David Scott for his support in getting patent reform legislation through the House of Representatives.

Telecommunications Investments could help the economy, create jobs - Pete Meadows

As a telecommunications worker, I believe that expanding access to broadband technology and updating and improving our nation's wireless infrastructure would be a game-changer for our economy.

Jonesboro leaders steering a sinking ship

Is Jonesboro business friendly? After a new business owner had to directly threaten the city with a law suit -- Yes -- then, we're business friendly.

Public transit must be in the mix - Barrett McMullan

In your June 2nd article ("Officials unveil combined transit wish list") on the recent transportation planning process, you noted that plans for transit and roads to Henry and Clayton counties has survived the first cut.

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