Opinion

I’ve noticed Texas state flag posters displayed with “Proud Democrat” printed on them. I couldn’t help but wonder what made these Democrats so proud. Might it be an elimination of U.S. Energy Independence? What about the selling of U.S. Strategic Oil Supply to the CCP? Could it be the uninhibited printing of money that caused record inflation? I’ve searched elsewhere in case these harmful policies weren’t reasons for their “deadly sin of pride.” More than 1,000 babies are killed daily by the Democrat- ran Planned Parenthood while child castrations and mastectomies are performed under the pretense of “sex changes.” Joseph Mengele would have been proud. Democrat men pretend to be women while acting out in degrading female stereotypes as Democrats show them more respect than real women, and Democrat guys pretend to be gals in sports often defeating and sometimes injuring females. Are they proud of those actions? There’s Democrat “diversity, equity, and inclusion” that’s “divisive, exclusive, and inequitable,” and don’t forget the Democrat-created “Open U.S. Borders.” Are they proud of those harmful agendas? There’s plenty more but I’ve only so much space here. These posters displaying Democrats strike me as folks who would use the phrase “Proud as A Rooster,” not caring that roosters run their fathers off, have relations with their mothers and daughters, and scratch around in their own crap all day long. James R. Le Blanc Fort Davis

“Life is simple … either you’re qualified, or you’re not. — Navy submariner saying.

For the past two years, Ryan Stieg has served as the president of the Big Bend Livestock Association’s (BBLSA) board of directors. While summer months are a bit slow for the board, Stieg says that come about September, things begin to speed up and get busy.

“It’s a small world. And the older I get, the smaller it gets.” — Attributed to my longtime friend and sage, Oscar Elliott.

We have a lot to be excited about this spring at Sul Ross State University. It’s a season of renewal, growth, and fresh beginnings.

Since the dawn of the information age, the way we communicate and live has undergone a transformative journey. Many sought hope and prosperity in big cities like Houston, El Paso, San Antonio, Dallas, and Austin, attracted by the economic opportunities and comforts the big city provides. However, a different kind of allure beckons from the high desert region - the desert’s call.

“I say that half your life is spent trying to get out of a small town and the other half trying to get back to one.” — Kelly Cutrone, American publicist, television personality, and author. The preacher’s sermon on Sunday centered on a prevalent problem in America today.

New Year’s is one of my favorite times of the year. It’s an opportunity to reflect on all that we accomplished in the past 12 months while looking ahead with hope, optimism, and expectation for what we will create together in the year ahead. The new year is always full of so much promise.

“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams. — Eleanor Roosevelt Looking back is part of the fun of writing a weekly column for decades.

As we bid farewell to 2023, we take a moment to reflect on the journey we’ve shared together as a community. This year has been a testament to the strength, resilience, and unity that defi ne the City of Alpine. As we express our gratitude, remember the highs and lows, honor those we’ve lost, and anticipate the possibilities ahead, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to each and every member of our community.