Nov. 11 Letters to the Editor

Only one opinion counts

Apparently, there is only one opinion worth considering, Matt McClung’s (Nov. 7 letter). Like many of the Libs, his memory is quite short when it comes to those who are critical of Obama’s policies. Bush was called far worse names and there was nothing he did or said satisfied them. I’d bet the armed forces in Afghanistan are praying for a decision on Obama’s part to give them some much needed support after months of waiting.

It is not just health care reform that most are against, it is the way it is being delivered to us, with government in control of everything. This is not about health care, it’s about control and the freedoms the people are about to lose. If McClung thinks we shouldn’t be concerned about these issues, he has my sincere sympathy. I respect his right to his opinion, I just don’t agree with it and I believe we still have a First Amendment that guarantees this right.

Allan Schwindt

Silver Lake

Support health care reform

There are millions of people without health insurance. The best way to cost containment is preventive health care, which will be emphasized under the new health care reform system.

Both the American Medical Association and the American Nurses Association support this bill because it is what the people need, not because of political reasons or how much they are getting paid by the insurance companies. There is a silent majority that is watching closely, who will be voting on these issues. This majority knows who is voting on these issues that will benefit them. They will be voting next election, too, not just the rabble rousing “Tea Party” groups.

I am wholeheartedly asking that the lawmakers please support their constituents and vote “yes” on health care reform. Do something to benefit the people who have voted you into office. Be brave and strong like the fine representative from Louisiana. Vote for your people’s welfare. Vote “yes” for health care reform.

Joyce Seday

Woodland

It’s about time

My thanks to U.S. Rep. David Wu, D-Ore., for voting “yes” on the House health care bill.

It is about time that our government invest in its citizens instead of multi-national corporations. David Wu’s vote is but one step toward creating a stronger America.

Bill Eagle

St. Helens, Ore.

Articles raise questions

In the Oct. 28 Daily News This Day Food section, there were two articles that caught my attention as being wrong or odd. The first one was by Jim Romanoff for the Associated Press, “Have Your Cake and Eat It too.” He stated that white whole wheat flour was milled from hard white winter wheat berries, which is not correct. Hard wheat berries come from spring wheat, according to the folks at Bob’s Red Mill in Oregon. Winter wheat berries are soft.

The second article was Common Cents by Gayle Bryant, “Loaves Ma Ingells would be proud of.” The recipe is “Rustic Peasant Bread.” Bryant states “place each half in a greased one-quart round casserole or ovenproof bowl.” Then she goes on to say that when they are through baking to “remove from pans to cool.” Now if you put the dough in a bowl to bake, when they are through baking, how can you remove them from a pan, since a bowl and pan are completely different? That statement vexes me.

Also, her recipe “Honey whole Wheat Bread” was vexing. We must remember recipes are written for experienced cooks/bakers and for inexperienced people, also. That is why things are written plainly and precisely. Bryant says to “bake at 375 degrees for 35-40 minutes,” and just stops there. So do you leave it in the oven to cool, take it out of the oven to cool, or what?

David Fossati

Longview

Wrong intersection

I’m surprised no one has commented on the intersection at Washington Way and 20th (“Dangerous Crosswalks,” Nov. 1). That intersection has a stop light.

The one the photo depicts is at Washington Way and Hudson Street, a few blocks farther east toward Civic Center.

You might want to correct that information.

Cheryl Karr

Longview

Editor’s note: The writer is correct. The intersection in the photo is Washington Way and Hudson Street.

Your voice matters

All of the thousands of people who can be affected by the BPA proposal to put in a 500,000-volt transmission line in the Castle Rock to Longview area should firmly state that they do not want it in the Segment 3 area, which is developed into residences, businesses and farms. Rather, BPA should choose either Segment 1, west of the existing line, which is mainly forest, and/or Segment 2, the existing line, in order to minimize major life disruptions.

Even though common sense and certainly research indicate to avoid already populated areas, you cannot take it for granted. It is very important to give feedback to the BPA by no later than Nov. 23. Send comments by mail to BPA I-5 Corridor Reinforcement, P.O. Box 9250, Portland, Or 97207; call (800) 230-6593; fax (888) 315-4503; and online at www.bpa.gov/go/i5. Your voice matters.

Glenn Hudson

Castle Rock