Don't normalize Trump. We must rage against both this sad excuse for a debate, and his toxic legacy.

A Wimberley resident is done with the media watering down Trump's toxicity

"It is infuriating and insulting to those of us who still believe in truth and honor and integrity. none of which Donald Trump exhibits." - Kris Turner, Wimberley resident

Wimberley resident Kris Turner is fed up with the media's gentle treatment of former President Trump. In a letter to the editor, they express their outrage at describing Trump's behavior as merely "bullying" and "flaws." They provide a stark reminder that Trump is a "pathological liar, sociopathic narcissist, xenophobic, self-aggrandizing, racist." Turner's frustration is shared by many who feel that the media is not holding Trump accountable for his destructive words and actions. It's time to call out his toxic behavior for what it is. #NoMoreWateringDown #HoldTrumpAccountable #PathologicalTrump

Cedar Park resident on the pointless presidential debates

"There is no point in having additional debates because Trump would just do the same thing." - Jerry Goodrich, Cedar Park resident

Cedar Park resident Jerry Goodrich hits the nail on the head regarding the pointless presidential debates. In a strong statement, they assert that the debates are a waste of time due to Trump's ranting and lying. Goodrich concludes that additional debates would be futile since Trump will continue his tactic of avoiding questions. It's a sad state of affairs when one of the candidates refuses to engage in honest discourse. #DebateFarce #TrumpRants #NoMoreLies

College Station resident on the integrity gap in UT baseball

"Jim Schlossnagle may teach the UT baseball team about baseball, but he’ll never teach them about loyalty, honesty, integrity, good character or honor." - Linda Wallin Godwin, College Station resident

College Station resident Linda Wallin Godwin raises an important issue regarding the values being taught to the UT baseball team. While Jim Schlossnagle may be a great coach, his impact ends on the baseball field. The team is missing out on lessons of loyalty, honesty, integrity, good character, and honor, which are learned through the example set by their leaders. It's a stark reminder that true leadership goes beyond the game. #UTBaseball #CharacterCounts #LoyaltyMatters

A veteran's plea for peaceful elections

"All Americans running for office, please affirm that you will honor our history of peaceful transfers of power, as the framers intended. No more January 6ths. Austin – spread the word." - Stephen Gibson, Austin veteran

With July 4th approaching, Austin veteran Stephen Gibson makes a powerful plea for peaceful elections. Gibson is part of a national coalition of veterans who value country over politics. Their message is clear: renounce threats of violence and voter intimidation, and respect certified election results. As proud defenders of the Constitution, these veterans from diverse backgrounds urge all Americans running for office to honor our tradition of peaceful transfers of power. Let's spread the word, Austin! #PeacefulElections #CountryOverPolitics #NoMoreJanuary6ths

A heartfelt goodbye to Kirk Bohls from a Liberty Hill fan

"Generations of my family have appreciated his substantive, fair and entertaining output." - Rob Wucher, Liberty Hill resident

Liberty Hill resident Rob Wucher expresses their admiration for the work of Kirk Bohls, a longtime sportswriter at the Austin American-Statesman. Wucher and his family have enjoyed Bohls' substantive, fair, and entertaining output over the years. As Bohls moves on, Wucher hopes to continue following his thoughts through other media outlets. It's always sad to see talented journalists leave, but their impact on their readers lives on. #KirkBohls #SubstantiveSportsWriting #Entertainment

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