Rationing for good of U.S.
The war in Ukraine is deeply troubling to many of us and should be taken seriously by all Americans. The people of Ukraine have my deepest admiration and are an example of true patriotism. There are many impacts that will be felt throughout the world because of this conflict.
Americans are seeing their gas prices go up rapidly. Many will complain and look to blame the president and other leaders.
Having worked in the commodity industry for a decade, I can tell you that the price of crude oil – along with precious metals, foreign currencies and agricultural products – is dictated by those who have the wealth to play this game, along with those who are members of the oil industry and known as hedgers.
As an American citizen whose mother’s family in Poland was lost in World War II, I suggest we follow the lead of the people in our country who had to participate in rationing for the cause of the war. Most people were willing to do what they could for the cause.
I am not suggesting that a government rationing program be put in place. What I am saying is that all of us could voluntarily do some sorts of cutbacks on our gas consumption.
Biden did the right thing by not buying Russian oil, even though we don’t consume that much. But let’s not buddy up to dictators – like Meduro in Venezuela and the Saudis, our supposed allies – just to satisfy our oil addiction.
The time has come for us Americans who have so much privilege to make a
few sacrifices for the greater good of humanity and the planet. It’s time for you to vote with your dollar, know who you are buying from and what they stand for.
Frances Juhlin, Murphy
Thinking of 13 heroes
With all that’s going on, Ukraine, Southern border, inflation, injections, etc.
Unfortunately, a group of service people have been forgotten. These were wounded when the 13 veterans were killed in the Afghanistan exodus fiasco, which was botched.
I think it would be proper for the president and vice president to visit these heroes. I’d like to see how many times the president checks his watch.
Bill Poprosky, Andrews
‘Don’t care’ and calvary
Question: What is the difference between a kindergarten class and the current White House administration? Answer: Adult supervision!
Over the past few months, Americans have become frustrated with the ineffective bunch in Washington, D.C – by the way, D.C. means “don’t care.” The embarrassing pull-out from Afghanistan is a slap in the face to the thousands of military men and women who served honorably there for over 20 years.
The high price of everything has America changing their driving and eating habits. The apparent refusal to listen to advice from folks a whole lot smarter than our executive branch … and the present war crises and potential danger to our country just seems to build greater and more sinister every day.
People I speak with are feeling guilty and ashamed to be Americans because of our perceived timidity, impotence, and weakness on the world stage … and wonder if they can do anything about it. Some have – Samaritan’s Purse, the American Red Cross, and lots of other private-sector charitable groups and individuals have stepped up to the challenges in true American spirit. The rest of us can help with our donations … and our prayers.
In the meantime, don’t lose faith! The cavalry is scheduled to appear in early November.
Thomas Roskelly, Murphy