Today's Opinions

To the editor:
In his recent letter, John Comparetto attacks St. Brendan Church for its campaign to reduce gun violence.
By focusing his argument on the [Catholic] pedophilia scandal, Comparetto tries to deflect attention from the debate. English composition students learn to avoid this fallacy in logic. A skilled writer/debater doesn’t attack people; he presents and defends ideas.
Newtown killer Adam Lanza was a law-abiding citizen before he picked up assault rifles and high-capacity magazines legally purchased by his law-abiding mother.

To the editor:
The recent recommendation by council members DeVita and Joseph, and rubber-stamped by Sherrill and Williams, to have the veterans memorial site located at the park is just another example of how town hall forces its interests upon citizens. Most memorial sites are visible for all to observe and to reflect.
Town hall’s responsibility is to help facilitate this noble effort introduced by citizens who have assured us that the site will be privately funded and maintained.

While the stock market certainly soared last week and the overall economy has improved, the struggle continues for many Brunswick County residents.
That’s why the Pedal The Beach charity bike ride and festival are important.
The event starts at 9 a.m. Saturday at Ocean Isle Beach Town Hall.
Organizers promise plenty of fun, and all proceeds benefit the South Brunswick Interchurch Council’s Food Pantry and emergency-aid programs.