Is op-ed’s intentto dissuade voters?
Re: “Passing redistricting plan will be uphill battle for governor” (Web page A16, Aug. 31).
So, was Gerston as a substitute attempting to discourage us from even attempting to cross the redistricting plan? Was that his actual purpose?
Gail MurrayWalnut Creek
Now isn’t the timeto let up on oil business
As a substitute of proposing to fast-track extra oil drilling or roll again protections from oil business air pollution, our governor and legislators should discover different methods to attenuate short-term impacts to residents, employees and communities from our transition to renewable power. Voters should do their half by not blaming politicians for bumps on the highway to long-term sustainability.
Susan HarrisWalnut Creek
Decorum, decency seemto have left White Home
I’ve had points with lots of our presidents, from Harry Truman to Joe Biden, throughout my lifetime. However two vital virtues that all of them shared have been decorum and decency.
Decorum “behavior in keeping with good taste and propriety” and decency, “polite, moral and honest behavior and attitudes that show respect for other people”: hardly ever did these presidents use name-calling, denigration of girls, brow-beating of world leaders, have interaction in petty spats with celebrities, stereotype minorities, bullying, firing with out due course of, asking for titles and prizes, nor respect the historical past of America and world cultures, and so they weren’t deeply afraid of constructive criticism.
If leaders are to be emulated, are you able to think about if all People began utilizing these behaviors as regular? The president isn’t known as out for his conduct. Is that this what has turn out to be of the presidency?
Ed TrujilloMartinez
Wildlife conservation keyto a wholesome ecosystem
We should always deal with wildlife conservation. It’s important as a result of habitat loss and poaching are driving species to extinction.
The issue is that biodiversity is reducing, and we’d like collective motion to guard habitats and fight poaching. Each species performs a significant function, and their loss can have unfavorable results. Based on the World Wildlife Fund, wildlife populations have decreased by 73% since 1970.
This decline impacts us all, as wholesome ecosystems present clear air and water. I consider we should defend Earth’s numerous species. Deforestation is a direct trigger, whereas human inhabitants progress is an oblique issue.
We want extra protected areas for wildlife to thrive. Governments ought to implement anti-poaching legal guidelines, and people can help conservation organizations. You may contribute by donating to conservation efforts, decreasing your carbon footprint and advocating for stronger environmental insurance policies.
Let’s act to guard our planet’s unimaginable species.
Miguel SalazarSan Leandro
US should break silenceon the Gaza tragedy
Re: “US, Israel shrug at famine report” (Web page A1, Aug. 24).
Meals safety specialists and the United Nations have confirmed famine in Gaza. Europe and plenty of different nations specific outrage concerning this man-made disaster, however theTrump administration continues to help Israel’s actions. Actually, Mike Huckabee, U.S. ambassador to Israel, echoed Benjamin Netanyahu’s lies — “Tons of food has gone into Gaza, but Hamas savages stole it.” All credible sources dispute these claims. Now Israel plans a full-scale land invasion that can additional the hunger, killing and destruction.
And within the West Financial institution, the Israeli authorities permitted a big settlement mission that might successfully remove the opportunity of a Palestinian state, which is the one hope that may finally create an enduring peace. And the U.S. is silent. Please write and name your politicians to cease this outrage.
Arlene ReedDiablo
Washington worshipsat alter of hypocrisy
I’ve all the time thought that main religions preached peace, tolerance, love, inclusion and kindness to all.
What I’m seeing are folks flaunting spiritual “talismans” on necklaces, earrings, pins and clothes, and so they don’t appear to apply a single perception their faith preaches.
We undoubtedly have a number of hypocrites in authorities as of late, don’t we?
Betsy SargentAlamo
