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Letters to the Editor

Past mayors’ priorities left Richmond’s infrastructure in ruin

Don’t blame Mayor Danny Avula for Levar M. Stoney and the other mayors’ mess!

Richmond showed resilience, but accountability is needed

Kudos go out to the citizens of Richmond, some of whom were without water for several days. Many of us looked out for those who were not able to get out (ex. buying food, bottled water, etc.) Thanks to some …

Lessons in kindness from a mother’s care

I was touched by the lovely story by Hazel Trice Edney. (Free Press, Jan. 2-4 edition) Members of my generation at some point have faced decisions about parent care.

Committed to serving all citizens, not catering to Trump

I see where some are dwelling on alleged shortcomings in Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign. To my mind, she was a brilliant candidate who ran a near-perfect race. Of course Democrats will look for ways to improve our efforts.

Pardon the turkeys

Later this month, President Biden will pardon two turkeys at the White House, a symbolic gesture of mercy. Yet, every year in the U.S., over 224 million turkeys endure a far grimmer fate. These gentle birds are raised in overcrowded …

Tribe member celebrates inclusive Indigenous representation

As a tribal member of the Patawomeck, one of the 11 state-recognized tribes in Virginia, I found the Richmond Free Press article “Local tribes celebrate culture, history on Indigenous Peoples’ Day” by Paula Phounsavath (Oct. 17-19 edition) to be a …

No basis for lawsuit against VUU over former hospital

The Richmond Free Press has provided extensive coverage of a lawsuit former City Councilman Sa’ad El-Amin has filed against Virginia Union University in a bid to prevent the demolition of the former Richmond Community Hospital.

Marsh calls for leadership committed to justice, progress

It was my honor to serve the people of Richmond for 48 years as an elected official on City Council (1966-1991) and in the state Senate (1992-2014). This included my service as Richmond’s first Black mayor from 1977 to 1982.

REGS endorses School Board candidates

The Nov. 5 election presents an extraordinary opportunity to bring about positive change to our School Board.

Support for Fall Line Trail, but concern over Bryan Park route

Thank you for featuring me as your Personality of the week (Sept. 12-14 edition) and for focusing on the Fall Line Trail through Bryan Park. The article surely will raise awareness of the issue among readers.

Students need encouragement to respect the Black National Anthem

I love going to Virginia Union University football games. So, I’m sending this letter hoping that those who hold positions of leadership at the school will encourage the student body to stand and respect the Black National Anthem “Lift Every …

ER scare highlights need for AFib awareness and regular checkups

Before the presidential debate commenced, my wife and I were in a hospital’s emergency room for 5½ hours because of an unanticipated heart complication (Tachycardia) I began having after drinking a large cup of fast food coffee.

Virginians need to vote like our lives depend on it

Even though the Free Press has stated that Kamala Harris is ahead of Donald Trump in Virginia by a comfortable margin, we cannot rest on those laurels

Preserving Black history over gentrification

“Remember the bridge that brought you across.”

Proposed Fall Line Trail in Bryan Park threatens trees and green space

Preserving the natural environment in Bryan Park and developing a first-class Fall Line Trail within the park are not mutually exclusive.

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