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Column (5/16/24)

Biden still trails Trump; It�s more than inflation, Gaza, age

Jonah Goldberg
A batch of new polls from the New York Times, Siena College and the Philadelphia Inquirer has very bad news for President Biden: He�s losing. Among registered voters, he�s significantly behind in five of the six battleground states that are most...
Column (5/16/24)

Rooting out antisemitism on campus

Jason Smith
Like so many Americans, I have been absolutely appalled by the rampant antisemitism we�re seeing on college campuses. It�s unacceptable that in America in 2024, vicious mobs are harassing, chasing down, and blocking students from entering buildings...
Column (5/15/24)

A presidency in its dotage

Rich Lowry
Is anyone surprised that Joe Biden is caving? It�s what he does. In a disgracefully craven move, President Biden has paused weapons shipments to Israel to try to prevent the Jewish state from launching a full-scale offensive against the...
Column (5/15/24)

The long haul of love

Kathryn Lopez
We cannot live without mothers. That seems like it should be an obvious point. But we have examples in recent culture and politics that suggest otherwise. The vice president of the United States recently visited an abortion clinic. As much as the...
Editorial (5/15/24)

Enjoy all the free band concerts available in the area

One of the more relaxing ways to spend a few hours is sitting outside on a late spring evening listening to a big band play. Cape Girardeau and Jackson area residents are fortunate to have three weekly opportunities to do just that.
Column (5/14/24)

Try a little honesty about Israel

Victor Davis Hanson
Scan news accounts of anti-Israel campus and street protestors. Read their demands and manifestos. Collate the confusion after October 7 from the Biden administration. Here are 10 of their most common untruths about Oct. 7 and the war that...
Column (5/14/24)

From teacher raises to opioid prevention: What Missouri�s new budget means for you

Holly Thompson Rehder
Hi y�all! What a week it has been in Jefferson City! There were certainly some highs and lows, but in the end, several bills were passed in the Senate and the fiscal year 2025 state operating budget was sent back to the Missouri House of...
Letter (5/14/24)

Political influence and development

The Bill Emerson Memorial Bridge turned 20 years old in December of 2023. The estimated cost of the bridge was $100 million. The shared investment was $10 million by Missouri, $10 million by Illinois and $80 million by the federal government.
Editorial (5/13/24)

Celebrating Southeast Missouri�s top students, dedicated educators

As we celebrate the close of another academic year, it�s a time of recognition for the exceptional achievements of our local students and the educators who have guided them. We have much to be proud of in Southeast Missouri. Not only have three of...
Column (5/13/24)

Campus protests are just pale imitations of the 1960s

By Christine Flowers
It seems silly to write a column about the recent college protests. It�s not really news when privileged students who have never been in the line of fire and whose most pressing concern is what pronoun they�ll use on any given day decide to rise up...
Column (5/13/24)

Is the union resurgence real? Does it matter for workers?

By Veronique de Rugy
Unions are said to be having a moment. The story goes something like this: Helped by a presidential administration that touts itself as the "most pro-union in history," labor unions � after decades of decline � are winning big victories against...
Column (5/13/24)

It takes courage to write in the digital age

By Bonnie Jean Feldkamp
Erma Bombeck was right when she said, "It takes a lot of courage to show your dreams to someone else." I thought of this quote when my friend Gina Barreca recently asked on social media, "Writers: Why is it hard to hit 'send' even after all these...
Column (5/11/24)

Why I�m grateful my mom didn�t let me quit piano

Lucas Presson
Growing up, I didn�t experience a major rebellious phase. I�m sure I had my moments, but frankly, between my parents� guidance and church involvement, I stayed out of trouble for the most part. Looking back, I�m grateful for the direction they...
Editorial (5/10/24)

Happy Mother�s Day to all the moms for all you do

Suppose we were to put together a recipe to make a Mom. What would that look like? -- Big dollop of support that extends from the cradle to adulthood. -- More than a little accountability. -- As much understanding as possible.
Letter (5/9/24)

Legislation could prevent big crop loss

With rising prices and global instability, our country�s food security has never been more important. The recent passage of HB 2763 in the Missouri House is a significant milestone in protecting access to American-made glyphosate, an essential...
Letter (5/9/24)

How gun violence shatters lives

As a survivor of domestic and firearms violence, it is very important to me that I use my voice to advocate for those who have been impacted by senseless gun violence that continues to happen every single day and tears apart families, friends and...
Editorial (5/8/24)

Congratulations to the graduates on their life journey

For young people who haven�t experienced embarking on a career or starting a family, graduation is one of the first major life goals reached. Years of effort culminate in a walk across a stage to the applause of peers, family and friends.
Letter (5/7/24)

A call for awareness, hope

May is NF and MH Awareness Month. NF stands for Neurofibromatosis. NF is a group of genetic disorders that causes tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body. NF can lead to blindness, deafness, bone abnormalities, disfigurement, learning...
Editorial (5/6/24)

Spotlight on Southeast Missouri�s nurses during National Nurses Week

As we usher in National Nurses Week, it is fitting to reflect on the profound impact that nurses have on our health care system and communities. In Tuesday�s edition of the Southeast Missourian, we dedicate a special section to the stories of local...
Editorial (5/3/24)

To our law enforcement officers: Stay safe out there

When most people prepare for their workday, they focus on completing daily tasks, attending meetings on the calendar, hoping someone remembered to bring snacks. They don�t have to think about losing their life. Dying in the line of duty isn�t a...
Letter (5/2/24)

Why supporting Ukraine matters

Recently the Senate and the House of Representatives voted to provide approximately $61 billion of aid for Ukraine. There are a number of good reasons why our country should support Ukraine as it defends itself against Russia�s invasion of its...
Editorial (5/1/24)

Zonta event to highlight men�s role in preventing sexual violence

As of Tuesday morning, there were nearly 30 men in custody at Cape Girardeau County jail facing charges involving sex crimes. Twice that many were being held over alleged domestic assaults. These numbers are not outliers. We have a problem in...
Editorial (4/29/24)

Semoball Awards winter sports finalists announced

Finalists for several winter sports categories were recently announced for this year�s Semoball Awards. The event, which is set to take place Friday, July 12, at La Croix Church in Cape Girardeau, continues a tradition of recognizing the best in...
Editorial (4/26/24)

Take advantage of prescription drug take back day

Any of these scenarios sound familiar? A doctor prescribed a three-week medication regimen, but the problem went away in 10 days. So, there was no need to take the remaining pills.
Editorial (4/24/24)

Southeast Missouri shined brightly during solar eclipse

For months, Southeast Missourians had been planning for the April 8 solar eclipse. In the coveted path of "totality", the region was set to receive visitors from near and far. And, wow, did they show up!
Letter (4/20/24)

Access to crop protection

For more than 50 years, glyphosate, the world�s most widely used herbicide, has enabled American farmers to implement smart farming practices that use fewer resources, saving farmers time and money. Glyphosate is essential to keeping crop yields...
Letter (4/18/24)

Cape should prioritize funds

Gary Hill
In today�s economy, it�s understandable why the majority of voters were reluctant to support a tax increase to fund public safety wage increases. So, what�s next? ...