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whatever wrote on Feb 5, 2010 12:08 PM:

" Diversity is sort of a new fade word, however, it really comes from the immerging need for people from different walks of life to work together. Not so much a liberal phrase as a corporate America phrase. The reason its become so popular is because once diverse groups overcome their differences they often create the best form of synergy. Meaning that as group they produce far more than as individuals working towards a common goal. Sometimes we just have to try and respect our differences and agree to disagree. "




Local wrote on Feb 4, 2010 8:11 AM:

" Diversity, such a vague word. I like the word unique. "




Local wrote on Feb 4, 2010 8:08 AM:

" That's why its called a democracy you might not like to hear what another person has to say but be proud that in this country we all have that right to say what we will also not to listen if you don't want but don't try to stop what you don't like the gets into hate and such "




JohnPerry wrote on Feb 2, 2010 10:29 PM:

" Stro, why should I respect anything you say, you don't even sign your real name.
Do you have something to hide?
You call me names and accuse me of being homophobic.
You have no idea what kind of person I am.
You and those like you are very narrow minded lacking in empathy and resort to name calling when you have no intellectual response to an opinion differing from your.
Mac, I don't allow myself to be a victim.
Victim hood like hate is a wasteful, debilitating emotion.
I don't have time for either. "




Mac wrote on Feb 2, 2010 10:09 PM:

" Celia, unfortunately some people lack empathy and compassion and can't see beyond their own selfish needs. They have their rights, so they don't care about those of other people. Certain topics "don't matter" because they are unaffected by them. Unfortunately self-centered jerks like that will always be with us. Hopefully there will be fewer as time goes on. "




celia wrote on Feb 1, 2010 8:52 AM:

" To:tired of whining. Noone makes you read these post soooooo....Stop your whining!

I have noticed that when a good point is made, some post resort to sophmoric name calling and whining.(bobo,tired,true) so I think Mac,STR8WOH8 and I have made reasonable points yet again.

MLK was smarter, kinder, inspiring and more reasonable than some here can dream of so no wonder you are jealous. Perhaps you can redirect your energies in a more constructive manner. Like STR8W/OH8 said, educate youself with your computer instead of spread hate with it. "




Tired of Whining wrote on Feb 1, 2010 5:31 AM:

" I'm getting really tired of the WHINING in these forums about made up holidays (MLK JR DAY), health care (FREE RIDES FOR ALL) and gay marriage (IF YOU"RE THAT INSECURE GO AWAY). Let's try to get onto some topics that MATTER. "




Mac wrote on Jan 31, 2010 10:03 PM:

" To John Perry - you know, you aren't the only one who gets "censored". On more than a few occasions something I've submitted was not approved. Instead of thinking that I'm a "victim of censorship" I find another way to write my opinion and it is usually accepted. I daresay if everybody who had submissions denied stopped writing, nobody would be writing in. You're not being picked on, you're part of the crowd. "




STR8WOH8 wrote on Jan 31, 2010 12:10 PM:

" OMG If you can use a computer you can catch up with the year 2010! Racism and homophobia are so over! Most people have figured it out that we have real problems to solve, not the made up ones based on fear and ignorance. I'm guessing that True,John and bobo are old and set in their fearful ways. Well the younger generation doesn't care who someone loves and we certantly would not say someone has an "incurable disease" because they are Gay. I wouldn't meet for coffee either. Wake up and smell reality. "




celia wrote on Jan 31, 2010 10:58 AM:

" bobo"you people are confused who think diverse is perverse"...Um yea...you said it. I guess the kkk is alive and well in the KRV.

John. When you can view me at the healthy person that I am instead of someone with "an incurable condition" because of the adult that I love, coffee is on. As I recall, I had to stand my ground and drill in the fact that "domestic partnership" is NOT the same as marriage. I did say that we did have a reasonable and respectful discussion until you said I was "sick". "




bobo wrote on Jan 30, 2010 11:39 PM:

" God created diversity NOT perversity.He is the creator of diverse,but you people are confused who think diverse is perverse.mlk was a violent theif and liar who would promote his agenda to have blacks take over at any and all costs,so now all you liberals lump mlk and homosexuals together,how apropriate.Better watch out or you will be known as lake sodom and gommorah pretty soon! "




Ann wrote on Jan 30, 2010 8:30 PM:

" Why is the KRV so astutely divided by liberals and conservatives? We are all different, thank the Lord, but our differences should not breed hate or intolerance. No matter what Al Steuart posts he will be shunned by those who either oppose Democrats or oppose Gays. We are culturally diverse and will remain so whether some like it or not and whether some accept it or not. "




John Perry wrote on Jan 30, 2010 8:08 PM:

" Celia, you've twisted the facts.I did not recently come to believe Gays deserve equal status under the law.
I have always felt that no one, including Gays, should ever be deprived of their Constitutional or Civil Rights.
How unfortunate progressives and liberals are to be so closed minded and disrespectful of others beliefs, traditions and values.
Why does my Constitutionally guaranteed opinion matter to anyone as long as I treat others with the respect and dignity their entitled to.
A diversity of OPINIONS, beliefs, traditions and values are what have made America great.
My coffee offer still stands. "




John Perry wrote on Jan 30, 2010 1:24 PM:

" The great Rev. King wasn't about diversity!
He wanted a color blind society where one was not judged by the color of his skin but the content of his character.
Diversity is a term coined by progressives and democrats to separate America into groups and voting blocks.
We will never realize Rev. Kings dream as long as America is divided into groups.
Dr. King wanted all citizens to be equal in the American culture and dream.
To co-opt and change the meaning of the day set aside to honor this man and his dream is, in my opinion, unseemly. "




celia wrote on Jan 30, 2010 12:58 PM:

" John I remember your invite...we actually had a somewhat reasonable and respectful conversation for awhile. You even came to realize that Gays do deserve fair and equal status under law.However, you refered to me as having an "incurable condition of homosexuality"..."Cure" implies "disease" which the APA among other legit groups say homosexuality is not.You wonder why I declined? Oh and I'm sure the Sun will fold because of your 50 cents per week... "




John Perry wrote on Jan 29, 2010 11:54 PM:

" True Blue, your right.
The paper seems to be getting smaller and the Letters to the editor are nice but very bland.
Nothing is printed to stimulate an interesting debate, it's all liberal
I'm a conservative that used to contribute but on several occasions I was censored.
Like others I don't buy the paper anymore but I do stop by the web site on occasion.
On one occasion I invited Celia to coffee but she never responded. Like the paper if you don't think their way your evil and not worthy of respect. "




celia wrote on Jan 29, 2010 7:36 PM:

" Once again "true Blue" and company "bow out". Let's see how long before one of these personalities shows up again.

BTW I too am a hard working tax paying citizen and have lived here over 6 years. I like diversity:it's good for the brain to do and think differently:creats good wrinkles in brain tissue. I love to see people celebrate diversity so bring it on!

BTW checking psycic skills,TrueBlue were you at the Kernville musiem today? Just checking as I don't know you but had a hunch about something.Will you or one of the others let me know. "




True Blue wrote on Jan 29, 2010 3:53 PM:

" OK, I guess "I am bested" when the Editor of the local newspaper has shown that she exists with the liberal minority who would overthrow the standards of the constitution of our nation. I guess this newspaper does not want to hear from conservatives anymore, so I will quietly bow out of commenting hereafter. The liberals are the only ones who comment here. Wait until November 2010, you will see where the "change will change." "




Editor wrote on Jan 28, 2010 6:57 PM:

" I am a hard-working, tax- and bill-paying individual who's lived in this valley for more than 20 years, and I take exception to 'True Blue's' advice: 'give it up already...no one wants to hear it up here.' Well, there are a lot of people 'up here' who want to hear/read about the positive events and activities that happen in our community with regularity. Why throw meaningless labels on any group, organization or club that seeks to expand the social/political discourse? America's diversity (melting pot) has long been recognized and revered as one of America's strengths. E Pluribus Unum "




True Blue wrote on Jan 28, 2010 5:03 PM:

" Oh my God, there it is again, the "Progressive Alliance for Change"....again, at least once a month, Al has something to say about this group of Community Organizers, who are like Obama was in Chicago before someone thought that was a lofty position that warranted running for POTUS....I am very weary of hearing about liberals and their bankrupting our America...give it up already, Al, no one wants to hear it up here, this is conservative country with hard-working, tax paying, people who pay their bills and their taxes! "