God help us if people believe Trump
Okay: I think I’ve got it. Anyone with a shred of scientific intelligence is a “leftist liberal.” Today Donald (without any evidence) advised pregnant women to avoid Acetaminophen because it “causes” autism. While struggling to even pronounce the word, Trump was unequivocal in his declaration that he, as commander of the world, knew better than thousands of scientists who have studied this issue for decades. Is the public really listening to this stuff? If so, God help us!
Ron Gager, Boulder
I guess we do want an authoritarian
I read a book where Harvard grads submitted to mean disguising bosses. I saw a western where cowboys submitted to a dominating leader who didn’t have a clue. I watched a movie where soldiers got dishonorably discharged for only following orders from a dishonorable colonel. I saw a science fiction show where a deranged leader from another planet told earthlings that they loved to submit and be dominated. I guess we do want an authoritarian controlling president. Does this make men or women to be admired? Not to me.
Lester Wall, Boulder
Remembrance is part of carrying traditions forward
Hensci, my name is Kayla, I am a performing artist, cultural worker and community advocate.
On Sunday, September 21, I hosted a community-based performance and gathering called Remembrance at the Boulder International Peace Garden. The event was an offering in honor of land, water and ancestral memory during the Fall Equinox.
Remembrance brought together poetry by Franklin Cruz, a Friendship Dance led by Indigenous community leader Metzli and Grupo Yohaulli Ehecatl Mitotiliztli, and a shared foodways sampler cooked by me with donations from Trader Joe’s. Fifteen community members gathered intentionally, while others walking by the creek joined spontaneously in dance and reflection, reminding us of the power of art to invite connection across generations and cultures.
As an Afro-Indigenous artist, my goal is to create spaces of remembrance and community care that highlight local histories and cultural practices around food, water, and movement. I am grateful for the support of volunteers, artists and food partners who made this event possible.
Boulder has a rich history of communities gathering at Boulder Creek, from Native Nations to Black families at Lincoln Hills Resort. Remembrance is part of carrying those traditions forward, and I hope to continue offering events that honor our shared histories and collective future.
Kayla Banks, Denver
Kelly will bring well-rounded perspective to SVVSD board
I support Peggy Kelly, candidate for St. Vrain Valley Board of Education. I have lived in Longmont for over 30 years and been a SVVSD Board member, BOCES Board member; a private, public and home school parent; youth mentor, school counselor, parent, grandparent and active community member. I believe Peggy is a great choice.
Similar to myself, Peggy has a varied background of interacting with educational experiences in her own life and those of her children and grandchildren. She has been student and teacher, leader, advocate, innovator and involved community member.
For over 20 years, I have observed her personally and professionally to be selfless, acting with principle and the conviction that people, especially children, deserve the best the community and its systems have to offer.
Peggy seeks to be a public servant who ensures schools provide students the opportunity to become adults who are informed and responsible, successful in providing for the needs of themselves, their families and their community, and able to preserve the liberties promised to us under our Constitution. I am confident she will bring a fresh, well-rounded perspective to the Board and open, honest and user-friendly communication with all constituents.
Brenda Everett, Longmont