We should co-existwith mountain lions
Re: “Possible mountain lion spotted near residence” (Web page B4, July 24).
Because the East Bay’s residents face the fun — and maybe a splash of terror — of a mountain lion wandering into their neighborhood, it’s value reflecting on who the actual intruders are: us. We people have encroached upon these majestic creatures’ habitats, disregarding their proper to roam freely whereas we burden our planet with air pollution.
Whereas it’s necessary to train warning round wild animals, let’s not overlook that it’s our enlargement that has pushed wildlife to the fringes. Fairly than merely advising neighbors to remain alert for wandering lions, we ought to be educating ourselves on methods to coexist with them, and that begins by reevaluating our relationship with nature.
Let’s step again, respect nature and embrace a way of life that champions coexistence.
Ben WilliamsonExecutive director, Animal OutlookTorrance
Dave Parker’s kindnessmade a fan’s day
I miss Dave Parker, a pleasure to observe and listen to, and central to one among my absolute best A’s reminiscences.
I introduced my little brother David, holding his Particular Olympics autograph e-book, to a sport. We sat entrance row, over the door to the clubhouse.
Earlier than gametime, David (with Down’s Syndrome) acquired autographs from the gamers. When the sport began, Stan Javier lingered. I requested him if he would signal. He positioned his fingers to his lips and nodded sure. As he handed the e-book again up, Parker kinda bulled previous him, saying, “Hey, Stan, you shouldn’t do this.“ David and I sat again within the glow of an excellent day.
Minutes handed, and out of nowhere, a bat stood up in entrance of us. “David, get the bat.” It’s signed by Parker. Minutes later, Parker seems, smiling huge. It made our day.
I miss Dave Parker, and I miss my little Bro David.
Lary HeathOakland
Darkish, ugly actuality ofthe Huge, Stunning Invoice
In reality, we at the moment are heading in the right direction so as to add at the very least $23 trillion to the federal debt over the following 10 years, not $3.4 trillion. That will take us as much as about $60 trillion by 2035.
The Trump administration is now heading in the right direction to roar by means of one other $5 trillion, most likely inside the subsequent 18 months, because of the elevated debt ceiling. Provide siders will say that “growth” will compensate for the projections of elevated debt, however I’d not guess a nickel on that.
George FulmoreEmeryville
Home closure chipsaway at democracy
Re: “House ending session early as Republicans clash over Epstein vote” (Web page A4, July 23).
In 1838 earlier than ascending to the workplace of president, Abe Lincoln issued a prescient warning.
“If destruction be our lot, we must ourselves be its author and finisher. As a nation of freemen, we must live through all time, or die by suicide.” Lincoln foretold that if our democracy failed, it will not fail by the hands of a international adversary however of our personal doing by our personal decisions.
Home Speaker Mike Johnson’s closure of the “People’s House” this week in an try to keep away from releasing data which may be dangerous to the president is the most recent instance of democracy being eroded from inside.
Barry GardinHayward
Trump’s tax invoice willcause hundreds of thousands to endure
It’s shameful that the Republican-led Congress handed and President Trump signed a invoice that may minimize billions of {dollars} for Medicare in favor of billionaires.
Trump and the vast majority of different Republicans declare that the cuts in Medicare are obligatory in an effort to cease waste and fraud. Additionally they add a piece requirement for individuals who wish to stay on Medicare. It’s insane as a result of if an individual will get sick, she or he doesn’t carry out nicely, and the financial system goes dangerous.
I don’t suppose Trump and different Republicans in Washington ever considered it. They’re so blinded by their political ideology orchestrated by Mission 2025 that hundreds of thousands of People will endure due to their motion.
Billy Trice Jr.Oakland
Volunteers can offercaregivers a break
Re: “A loved one was diagnosed with dementia. Now what?” (Web page A2, July 23).
Caring for a cherished one with dementia is an exhausting 24/7 labor of affection. The article offers some perception into the difficulties.
Caregivers want a while to themselves to forestall burnout. Grownup day care can assist present significant actions for seniors with dementia whereas giving caregivers that much-needed break. Sadly, there are only a few grownup day care applications, and there may be little to no state or federal assist for grownup day care.
ValleyOakRespite.org in Danville provides day take care of seniors with dementia, however we want the assist of our neighborhood by means of volunteer efforts. You probably have a coronary heart to assist seniors with dementia, please come give us a hand.
Gary PeerDanville
