Letters to the Editor

Research and statistics show that Missourians should support the FairTax.

Comments by the Sheriff's Department regarding alleged sexual assaults at Les Bourgeois Winery seem to blame the victims and not place responsibility on the perpetrators.

Americans are not doing what it takes to be leaders in a more earth-friendly world.

The headline of the Missourian's front page story on Sept. 23 contained inappropriate religious content.

The City Council appears to have a double standard regarding reallocation of federal funds.

Fortunately, we can eliminate coal and continue to power the country. MU is already accomplishing great things to phase out coal and lead the way into the clean energy future responsibly, but it should strive to be a national leader.

In a continued argument with George Kennedy, Kurt Albert wonders why would anyone oppose truth in government. Kennedy is accused of hiding readers from the historic and moral truth.

The greatest division in America today is not between the Democrats and Republicans, nor between people of different race, nor between those who are for or against health reform.

While the ability to scan license plates could be a useful tool for police officers, the temptation to misuse such technology is high.

MU should look at clean, sustainable energy to power the university and protect its interests, which include the students, city and world.

Much of the discussion surrounding health care is being run by the American Medical Association and insurance and drug companies.

When trying to start a career, pay off student loans and starting families, health care can be extravagant for young people.

George Kennedy's column on Paul Albert did not present all the facts. The Albert family asks that he present the documents he was given to supply all sides of the story.

Missouri hog farmers have been damaged by the name "swine flu." You can't catch the virus by eating pork, but you can affect livelihoods by avoiding it.

Health care reform will help small business owners have more bargaining power.

Government-run health care programs can be both efficient and effective.

Coverage shouldn't be limited to what is approved by Medicare and your insurance company.

Bicyclists need to share the road without unnecessarily impeding traffic.

Nearly half the teams involved in this year's race also raced in the Tour de France.

The Missouri Department of Economic Development has forced a disproportionate amount of its $11.3 million in budget cuts upon the state's Division of Tourism. Cutting more than a third of the division's budget will reduce the state's ability to advertise itself and also to bring in crucial tourism dollars.