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Barnstead NH News

October 29, 2008

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Reminder

Don’t forget the Red Cross Blood Drive being held Thursday, October 30th from 3 to 8 p.m. at the Pittsfield Elementary School. All presenting donors will receive a Red Cross T shirt and a chance to enter a raffle to win a $100 gas card.
 


 

Letter

It is horrifying to me that Americans, who have endured the socio and economic havoc wreaked on our country as a result of Bush administration policies could, for a even a micro-millisecond, consider voting for John McCain, who has openly demonstrated, by his voting record and economic platform, that he is determined to continue the fatally disastrous policies of the Bush administration.


Senator McCain has made it plain that he has no intention of correcting the gross economic inequities and wealth disparities that have crippled our country and instead disparagingly refers to the direction of much-needed economic relief to the middle class and poor as “class warfare.” McCain openly admits that he plans to continue Bush’s policies of directing exorbitant economic relief to the wealthiest of Americans and corporations under the guise that economic benefits will trickle down to the middle class and the poor. This flawed economic theory has been exacerbated by unfair trade agreements which allow American corporations to outsource American jobs and allows the “beneficial” trickle to completely bypass America’s middle class and poor and instead flows to countries where they are able to exploit low wage workers and weak environmental protection.


To continue this abhorrently immoral economic policy will ensure catastrophic economic consequences for average Americans as the result of becoming unemployed, uninsured or losing their homes to foreclosure. PLEASE do not cast your vote for Senator McCain, whose policies, like the Bush administration’s, blatantly ignore the needs of working Americans.


Claire Gendron
Center Barnstead, NH

 


 

Letter

During the recent political campaigning, many charges have been made, seemingly designed to question the patriotism of those who have views that are different than their own.


Some of these charges are despicable, all are divisive. This seems to be an old tactic, tried and true, wrap yourself in the Stars and Stripes, and accuse others of being unpatriotic. Patriotism, however, is not that simple. It is, in fact, a much more complex subject than first glance would indicate. It is not a subject that is easily defined, and can, at times, be difficult to discuss in an objective manner. It is, in many instances, a very subjective matter. One person’s definition of a patriot may differ greatly from that of another. An example: My dictionary defines a patriot as “One who loves his country and upholds its interests.” Sounds simple. This simple definition, however, cuts much too wide a swath to suit me, and I am uncomfortable with it. It does not take into consideration whether one’s country’s interests and endeavors are honorable or dis-honorable.


Were we to accept this definition, we would have to accept as patriots: members of the Gestapo, Kamikaze pilots, Viet Cong guerillas, members of the K.G.B., members of the Republican Guard and many others. Can it be truthfully said that none of them loved their country, or that none of them upheld their country’s interests? I think not! Did not many of them give their all in support of their country’s interests, although these interests were less than honorable? Should we not attempt to re-define just what a patriot is?


One can certainly love his country, yet refuse to support his country’s endeavors, with clear conscience, when these endeavors are less than honorable or destructive to the rights of man. Those who serve in the military are bound by duty, honor and oath to obey lawful orders given to them by their superiors. For those who are not in the military, however, a responsible and honorable motto for a true patriot might be: “Do that which is right for your country, not all that your country asks you to do.”


R. Lincoln Burns
Barnstead, NH      

 


 

Letter To The Editor

To The Editor: Peter Bolster is hoping to be elected a Representative to the New Hampshire House from Alton and District 5 (which includes Barnstead). How fortunate we are to have a person with time, experience and willingness to serve.


After a forty year career in the ministry Peter has retired. He has continued to be active in Alton town affairs. In addition to being a Selectman, he is President of Alton Community Services. He started an after school program for working mothers. In all these activities he shows open-mindedness and special interest in helping area people.


It is  important to Peter to maintain a balance in conservation and development. He feels we must work on a sensible educational program for funding.


We are indeed fortunate to have Peter Bolster offering his time and efforts to work for us in Concord. Please vote for Peter for the New Hampshire House of Representatives on November 4. Thank You.


Alice Z. Calvert
Former Member
NH House
Of Representatives

 


 

Harvest Party

Hey, Kids! We are going to be having a Harvest Party at the Center Barnstead Christian Church on Friday, October 31st. It is going to be from 6:00 - 7:30 PM, and all kids are invited to come. There will be games, treats and lots of fun! No costumes are necessary, BUT if you would like to dress up, come as a Bible Character! For more information please contact the church at 269-8831. The Center Barnstead Christian Church is located on Route 126, next to the Town Hall.

 


 

Center Barnstead resident Kayley Hoyt (middle) joins Alexandra Daley and Sara Ghiorzi is striking a pose during rehearsals for the American Girl Doll Fashion Show. The event, which is being hosted by the Junior Service League of Concord, will be held at the Capitol Center for the Arts on November 1st and 2nd, and will benefit women and children in crisis. For tickets to the event, call 225-1111 or www.ccanh.com.

 


 

Letter To The Editor

Dear Editor:
Rarely have I ever been as enthusiastic about a candidate as I am about re-electing Carol Shea-Porter to Congress. She has been unwaivering in her support for the middle class and for veterans, for “the rest of us” back here at home. Her funds come from the grass roots, not special interests, and that’s who she looks out for. What a privilege it is to have this smart, independent woman representing us in Congress. She has earned our continued support by keeping her promises and working hard on our behalf. Please join me in voting for Carol Shea-Porter, New Hampshire’s first-ever Congresswoman, on November 4.


Jane Vachon, Strafford

 

 


 

 











 

 

 

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