LETTERS/OPINIONS
Closing the Long COVID office
The news came via email, without further explanation, from Ian Simon, the head of the Office of Long COVID Research and Practice. The email, obtained by Politico, says this: “We are writing to let you know that the Office of Long COVID Research and Practice will be closing as part …
A veteran’s disgust at “playground” politics
To the Editor: I watched the video coverage of the White House appearance of President Zelensky of Ukraine, and I was stunned. We Americans have always prided ourselves on supporting freedom against the totalitarians of this world.
Reader opposes Schimel
To the Editor: Want to make an easy $100 off the race for the Wisconsin Supreme Court? If you’re a registered voter, all you need to do is sign a petition against “activist judges” sponsored by multi-billionaire Elon Musk’s “America PAC” and his honor Brad Schimel will have bought your …
Celebrate hospice physicians on National Doctor’s Day
To the Editor: As we approach National Doctor’s Day this March, it’s a fitting time to celebrate the physicians who make a profound difference in the lives of patients and families during life’s most challenging moments — our hospice medical directors. These exceptional doctors bring not only clinical expertise but …
Reader finds grades unjustified and personal
To the Editor: Regarding the “2025 awards and grades for openness in conducting public business” article in The Lakeland Times, I must protest. The choice of awarding Robert F Kennedy, Jr a grade of “A” without providing any reliable data to support your pronouncement is offensive to those of us …
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A doctor’s call to preserve Medicaid
To the Editor: As our elected Congressional representatives debate measures towards a budget reconciliation, it is imperative that Representative Tiffany votes to preserve Medicaid in its entirety to protect an important lifeline for Wisconsin women.
Reader supports Crawford
To the Editor: When I say that I am fearful for our democracy, I am not overreacting. We have the longest standing democracy in the world. And this is not due to individuals acting alone. Although we are right to be grateful to the founders, it was the document they …
What is Gavin Newsom doing?
There is an obvious answer to what California Gov. Gavin Newsom is doing. He’s running for president. There is nothing inherently wrong with that. He is nothing if not ambitious. He’s termed out as governor and in two years will be looking for a place to land. But he’s doing …
DEI is dying
President Donald Trump ended federal DEI programs. Even before, companies were having second thoughts. Victoria’s Secret changed “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” to “inclusion and belonging.”
Lakeland Times: Our View
We won’t be so dramatic as to say that Tuesday’s elections for state Supreme Court and state superintendent of education are the most important elections of our lifetime. That certainly is not the case.
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Lakeland Times: Our View
The loss of a community leader who is well loved and admired not only by family and friends but by neighbors and constituents is especially hard when it happens, as it did in the Lakeland area this past week with the passing of Oneida County supervisor and long-time Woodruff town …
Presque Isle finance committee member counters Eschenbach's claims
To the Editor: It’s election time. Unfortunately, that means that sometimes campaigns “distort” or mislead about topics and issues. Al Eschenbauch’s campaign letter addressed to the Citizens of Presque Isle touts his attendance since the beginning of the year at the Presque Isle Finance Committee.
Reader endorses slate of four new supervisors for expanded Lac du Flambeau town board
To the Editor: I am hoping that Lac du Flambeau residents will join me in supporting four new candidates for our town board. Our town stands at a pivotal juncture as we expand our board from two to four supervisors. We must embrace new leadership that will tackle serious issues …
Ad-dress-ing alternative facts
To the Editor: In the past, I was bothered by the phrase “alternative facts.” It just didn’t make sense. After all, how could two things that may be diametrically opposed yet both be true?
The cost of ignorance is too high
To the Editor: Reading is a crucial element for an informed, well educated and broad minded citizenry. It is one of the cornerstones of a democracy. Banning books, burning books, taking libraries out of public schools, (the Houston Texas school district) is not only UnAmerican but Undemocratic! As Walter Cronkite …
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