Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, As a taxpayer in Pecos County, I’m opposed to the two school bonds on the Nov. 8 ballot for the following reasons: 1.

I see that Fort Stockton ISD is again discussing another large school bond. Liberals never learn.

The real crisis The Supreme Court decree eliminating a constitutional right to privacy and bodily autonomy for women and banning abortion by the Texas legislature were myopic and cruel acts based on a myth that the only acceptable purpose of sexual behavior is to produce more babies. Perhaps the most important function of sexual behavior is affectionate bonding, which enhances relationships and strengthens families.

Dear Editor, I’m glad the voters of Fort Stockton voted against Proposition A for the following reasons. An economic recession is looming on the horizon.

Let me begin by saying, do not assume you know how I voted on the propositions. I am a retired educator, my children went through the public education system, and my grandchildren are currently in the public education system. I have no “disdain” for public education.

Although many locals are unaware, for the past several years there has been a quiet but incredible northward migration of animals from the Big Bend. Literally thousands of dogs and cats have had a second chance to live because of the continued efforts of a handful of people.

There’s a sinkhole created and expanding near Imperial and TXDOT is fixing to spend $35 million dollars to move a road to get around it. The sad part is that after the road is moved, the environmental disaster is still going to be growing and polluting our groundwater near Imperial.

Thank you I was one of the fortunate individuals who was able to get vaccinated during the mass vaccination clinics that were held at the civic center. I want to express my gratitude to all the healthcare workers, police personnel, city officials, and numerous private citizen volunteers who made such critically important public health events possible.

The reason for writing this narrative is that I would like to personally recognize PCMH Hospice of Fort Stockton. I have first-hand knowledge of the team oriented approach used to provide specialized care for their patients. Having battled cancer with my wife, I was blessed to have witnessed the compassionate services offered by PCMH Hospice employees to her. They fostered an understanding of her thoughts, feelings, and behavior.

As all of us know, there are many unaccompanied minors being sheltered in El Paso, Midland, and soon in Pecos. Our access to them is almost nonexistent as of today.