Readers are always invited to comment on articles at www.theheraldbulletin.com. Just look for the “your comment” feature box with each article. Here’s a compilation of recent reader comments online, along with short responses from The Herald Bulletin’s editorial board:
About a Colts/Super Bowl spirit day memo to building administrators sent by Anderson Community Schools Superintendent Felix Chow, in which he noted, “Since I am interested in the violin, should we have a spirit day if Joshua Bell, a native of Indiana and a world-class violinist, wins some competition?”
- “The Super Bowl is an American cultural phenomenon and a nationwide tradition for Americans. Joshua Bell may be great, but he is not the icon of American life that is the Super Bowl. His presence does not merit public celebration, but the Colts playing in the Super Bowl certainly does. Creative teachers can even work this into clever and meaningful learning experiences.”
- “I love this guy! Finally someone who doesn’t bow at the almighty Colts altar. A true leader has come to Anderson once again. Thank you.”
THB: Memo to Chow: Don’t send mixed messages.
About an Indiana General Assembly bill proposal that would forbid schools to start the academic year before Labor Day:
- “The entire state needs to start and stop at the same time. Test-taking, athletic schedules, and break should all be the same in public schools. This helps parents with child care, scheduling appointments, vacations and visits with other family members. Not air conditioning these schools is a savings for the school systems that are already under budget restrictions.”
THB: Whatever happened to local decision-making?
About a raid by the Anderson SWAT team that reportedly left one small child with burns but netted an assault rifle, a loaded gun, marijuana, cocaine residue and two arrests:
- “If people are stupid enough to subject their children to that kind of environment, then ultimately they’ll pay the price in one way or another. ... Don’t blame the officers for trying to take care of yet another major problem and to ‘serve and protect’.”
- “Whose fault is it that a child was there anyway? Not the police (doing their jobs) but the people allowing drugs to be sold from their home. ... When you play, you pay.”
- “They attacked this house with stun grenades, burned a little baby, and probably scarred three other babies for life. For what?? A couple of joints!"
THB: Restraint is always commendable, but SWAT members face extreme danger, too.
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You Said It: About Colts spirit day and SWAT raids
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Editorial: New 911 consolidation is good for county
When it comes to emergencies, a fast and proper response is sometimes the difference between life and death. Therefore it is important for 911 services to be coordinated for the best response time. It’s even better if those services are consolidated with one location fielding calls from multiple areas.
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Editorial: On Valentine’s Day, indulge in selfishness of volunteering
In the final analysis, we’re all selfish beings. Everything we do, at its core, is motivated by what is good for us.
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You Said It: About roundabouts, Mayor Smith’s firings, recycling, State of City address
The bottom line in Mayor Kevin Smith’s State of the City address Tuesday during the Anderson Rotary Club’s luncheon at Anderson Country Club was simple: To attract investment, you have to make investments. (Article published Feb. 4.)
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Editorial: Firings show inability to turn foes into friends
Politics is a double-edged sword.
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Editorial: Help celebrate city's strong black history
Many times we overlook the small achievements of residents long gone who made a better Anderson for those of us alive today. There is no better time to recognize and cherish those stories than during Black History Month.
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Editorial: Madison County needs vision for future tourism
Slot machines, gospel music, a beautiful state park and candy are all thriving as destination sites. Now is the time to explore a way to connect these valuable attractions and encourage new ideas.
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Editorial: AHS grad rates moving up, must be pushed ever higher
A diploma is a must, but it has to mean something. Anderson High School must do this the right way, not cutting corners and passing students through classes, but making them accountable for learning the subject matter.
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Editorial: With changes to program, why not begin recycling?
The public has to understand the importance of recycling aluminum and steel cans, cardboard, glass, newspapers and certain plastics. Besides minimizing a community’s waste, recycling saves energy, natural resources and the environment.
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Editorial: Reality returns after Super Bowl mania
While we loved what the Super Bowl did for our reputation, it’s time to get back to the real world. Let’s recap the lost week.
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You Said It: About contract, 'Teen Mom,' State of the City
Each Monday, The Herald Bulletin publishes “You Said It,” a compilation of reader comments from www.theheraldbulletin.com, coupled with responses by the newspaper’s editorial board.
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Editorial: New 911 consolidation is good for county
