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If he’s lost faith, how can his party win?
Editor, Manteca Bulletin; In the letter posted on Saturday from the president of the South San Joaquin Republicans, Frank Aquila, titled "Those who believe in God are not on the fringe," I would like to add to that "but those on the fringe will use God for their own gain." Aquila is a representative of a bankrupt political party who now can only try and wrap itself in the flag and the bible, as opposed ...
Time for us to adjust politicians
Editor, Manteca Bulletin, So you think that government people are for the benefit of the voters? No way Jose! Check your income tax return and see. Have you had to withdraw your nest egg that you saved and worked for so many years because you have arrived at an age and level of income that don't quite cover expenses. Well, here's what happens notice on your return that the interest you earned, plus your initial ...
Depression not reason for death from appendicitis
Editor, Manteca Bulletin, I have seen more than one reference (the latest being in the Manteca Bulletin from Scott Sadlowski) to a young man being 'allowed' to die from appendicitis during the Depression because his parents could not afford the medical attention he needed. I have some experience with this since my appendix ruptured in 1969. I had appendicitis occasionally during childhood (during WWII), although it was uncomfortable when I had an attack, no one ...
Drop utility tax idea, cut unnecessary city spending
Editor, Manteca Bulletin, City Manager Steve Pinkerton's column on Saturday, March 21, 2008 was quite revealing. Before I explain my concerns I believe I must say that I generally agree with Mr. Pinkerton and I support him as our city manager. However, he made some statements in the "Lead Balloon or Life Preserver?" column that I do not agree with. In support of his suggestion for a utility tax he said, "Every department is doing ...
School board should give up health benefits for ‘parttime job’
Editor, Manteca Bulletin, I cannot help but to notice how Wendy King & Co. (With who else?) overbuilt during that "20 hours a week"/part-time job with health insurance included. Constructing a three story office building without proper hookups is not legal, and building a new high school without proper hookups lost in some shady deal involving sewage, and also forgetting the sidewalks? This one is worthy of investigation as well, but how about the less ...
Utility tax proposal is hot air balloon
Editor, Manteca Bulletin, The proposed utility tax is a hot-air balloon, constantly fueled by many rateplayers to preserve quality of life for those in the gondola. Mantecans already pay high local utility rates, in part from regulatory requirements, and partly from our leaders' generosity toward employees and themselves during our run of good times. Giving up most of one year's salary increase is a paltry sacrifice - even for our city manager - in light ...
Those who believe in God are not on fringe
Editor, Manteca Bulletin, As a Christian, I put my faith in God; not any political party. I believe a person only has credibility to take a stand on an issue and tell it like it is. I have disagreed with both political parties in the past as both Obama and Bush are globalist. We need a president that will put America first. Scott Sadlowski, however, has sucked up the Democrat Kool Aid and game plan ...
Kiwins raise $344 via dodge ball tourney to help feed area needy
Editor, Manteca Bulletin: The East Union High School KIWINS service club just completed a service project to benefit the Second Harvest Food Bank, and we have many people to thank. Our project was a Dodge Ball Tournament open to East Union students and staff. As far as we know, our dodge ball tournament was a first in this community. We raised $344 for Second Harvest Food Bank through tournament entry fees, and donations at the ...
Teachers should not be exempt from ‘new way’ of doing business
Editor, Manteca Bulletin, I am a parent that is completely confused by all of the name calling going on regarding budget cuts for Manteca Unified School District. The accusations and the rambling head of the teacher's union are just sounding more and more petty and I am quickly losing my need to "fight" for my children's teachers. If the Bulletin was to take a poll on how many people have had their hours cut back ...
Manteca Idol in good hands
Editor, Manteca Bulletin, I just read the article on the Manteca Idol from last week's paper. Congratulations to Melanie Scarborough. I'm sure the Idol competition is in good hands and that Melanie will make sure the competition regains its integrity. Good luck, Melanie. Tom August Manteca March 20, 2009
Leo Duffy’s family appreciates help
Editor, Manteca Bulletin, The family of Leo Duffy deeply appreciates and acknowledges the kind expressions of sympathy, assistance, prayers and thoughtfulness of the following people: Our own special angel, Sandy Sparks, who help us care for our father. Dr. Yee, the staff of Manteca Doctors Hospital and Manteca Ambulance who treated him with dignity, respect and gentleness. The priest and staff of St Anthony's parish especially Father Walker, Father Lopez , Sister Ann, Jeff Wilson, ...
Can’t believe offensive letters
Editor, Manteca Bulletin, I read Mr. Simoni's remarks about my letter to the editor. I do not appreciate you talking about a Sadlowski Kool Aid. I do not know Mr. Baca, nor have I talked to him so where do you get off accusing me of that. Mr. Scott McComas also is being critical of Ms. Pearsall for her letters as well. If you two were so smart and know everything, how come you are ...
Support of Every 15 at RC High was great
Editor, Manteca Bulletin, On behalf of Ripon Christian High School, I would like to thank all those that took part in the "Every Fifteen Minute" program recently held at our high school: California Highway Patrol, San Joaquin County Sheriff's Department, San Joaquin County Coroner's Office, San Joaquin County District Attorney' Office, San Joaquin County Superior Court Judge Franklin Stephenson, Ripon Fire Department, and Ripon Police Department. We would also like to sincerely thank the numerous ...
Conservatives need a respectable party
Editor, Manteca Bulletin, In a recent letter to your paper I commented on how the Republican Party has lost its credibility, and I even made a constructive suggestion as to how they could begin to regain the conservative mantel of fiscally responsible. Then I read the letter posted in Monday's paper by the President of the South San Joaquin Republican Party only to realize that credibility is out of reach for this party. Instead of ...
Teachers getting unfair blame
Editor, Manteca Bulletin, Regarding all the editorials and statements made in reference to the five of the six employee groups agreeing to take 5 percent pay cuts: It was not difficult for the five employee groups to accept the pay cuts. They have a "Me,Too" clause written into their contracts. If teachers (the 6th group) get, for example, a 3% pay cut, those five employee groups will receive the same cut. However, if teachers get ...
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