Barrett’s record stands on jobs
To the Telegram: The single most important issue facing Wisconsin is getting our economy moving again and creating good-paying jobs for workers and families. That is why I will be voting for Tom Barrett in the upcoming elections this November.
Central reunion worthy event
To the Telegram: The spirit of Superior Central High School does, indeed, live on. Proof positive was the massive gathering (over 800 in attendance) of alumni at the recent All Class Reunion celebrating 100 years of the school’s history.
No blame in reciprocity decision
To the Telegram: As a legislator who over the years has worked hard to maintain Minnesota-Wisconsin reciprocity agreements, I am very disappointed that Scott Walker is now trying to politicize the issue and blame Gov. Jim Doyle for inciting Gov. Tim Pawlenty’s decision to end unilaterally the successful tax agreement.
Ending a
“Don’t cry because it’s over. Smile because it happened.” Dr. Seuss I came in from the garden the other day to find my house in a state of disorderly conduct. I wasn’t surprised; the phenomenon gradually unfolds about this time every year.
Senior events worth the trip
To the Telegram: It is not often that I write letters to the editor about my experiences on the campaign trail. I thought today [Aug. 18] warranted a break from that tradition.
Let’s stick to real issues
To the Telegram: I don’t believe in negative campaigning and I’m not the one who started this.
Barrett won’t solve what ails Wisconsin
To the Telegram: I understand Tom Barrett, mayor of Milwaukee, is running for governor. But, first, he has to plug da ho’.
Heinous crime raises vexing question about forgiveness
There’s a reason, I guess, that Paul Hadland – a pastor who spoke at the recent funeral of April Oles-Magdzas – is a man of the cloth and I am not. April was a victim of a particularly brutal murder in Superior the last week.
Grumblings out of the mouths of dinosaurs
You know you’re getting old when: All of your offspring have moved out of your home, when little faces smile and call you grandma or grandpa and when you hear, “What’s this world coming to?” or “What’s the matter with these kids today?” coming out of your own mouth.
Cost of government takes longer to pay
The shrinking number of us lucky enough to be earning paychecks finally started working for ourselves this month — August 19, to be precise. Until then we were working for local, state and federal governments.
Tasteful reunion 
To the Telegram: Thank you to the reunion committee for planning such a wonderful all-class reunion. We had such fun visiting with those we had not seen for along time.
How many last chances should defendant get?
Remember when you messed up as a kid and then pleaded with your parents not to ground you or impose some other harsh punishment?
Count the sweet simple things in life
Life is filled with simple pleasures that bring a smile to your face and put a lump in your throat. My mom always advised me to count my blessings. It was her way of saying that everyday joys help to fill and define the essence of life.
Thanks for the season
To the Telegram: We, the coaches of the Superior Buzz All-Star baseball team, (11- and 12-year-olds) congratulate our players on the fine season they displayed this summer. It was a pleasure to watch the way these young men progressed.
Support led to success
To the Telegram: Thanks to the Superior Telegram for all the coverage of the Central All-Class Centennial Reunion.
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