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Dear Editor
Thank you, Congressman Jason Smith (R). Your March 26 column left me dumber than I was before I read it. I had to deny so many credible, easily proven facts and break down your …
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4/9/26
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“He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee: ‘The Son of Man must be delivered over to the hands of sinners, be crucified and on the third day …
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Jason Smith, U.S. Congressman
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4/9/26
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The old codger again. (More about the moniker later.) We’ve talked before about how essential it is for us as human beings to sit down and work together to create a saner, more functional society …
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Jim Martin, columnist
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4/9/26
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He hitches up his jeans with his thumbs. The wrinkles around his eyes deepen as he stares out the window. From his toothpick-parted lips come the words he has waited months to utter.
“It’s …
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By Robin Leach | Columnist
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4/9/26
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Dear Editor
This letter is in support of Prop K.I.D.S. My life’s profession has largely been education. I could tell you a great deal about teaching and learning, most of which you may not …
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4/2/26
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Dear Editor
I am writing to express my support for the Prop K.I.D.S. school bond issue to repair and update the school campus after the tornado damage a year ago.
The strength of a …
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4/2/26
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Dear Editor
As a Christian, I believe we’re called to think beyond ourselves — to invest in others, to build up what we’ve been entrusted with and to leave things better than we found …
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4/2/26
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Dear Editor
My name is Shadrick Shafer, and I have been a proud Perry County resident for 20 years. I am writing to ask for your support of Prop K.I.D.S. on April 7 to build a new high school …
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4/2/26
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This tax season is set to be the biggest refund season in American history, and it’s not by coincidence. It’s the direct result of Republicans delivering for the American people who sent us to …
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4/2/26
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As the increasingly feeble old codger sits back this beautiful spring morning, recuperating achingly from what in years past served as a pleasant day of spring yard work (ouch, not so much now!), he …
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4/2/26
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The mission of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is to ensure the safety of the American people, our communities and our nation. At a time of growing threats both at home and abroad, ensuring …
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3/26/26
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Dear Editor
The most egregious incident was in January. I had ordered prescription drugs which, according to United States Postal Service (USPS) tracking, was supposed to be delivered by January …
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3/26/26
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Dear Editor
I am writing in regard to the dueling articles that recently appeared in our Republic-Monitor. I feel there is a pressing concern regarding the Perry County Memorial Hospital …
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3/26/26
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Dear Editor
As the Alumni Association Board, we stand firmly behind our district and its students as we navigate the tornado recovery efforts together. Our commitment is rooted in a deep desire …
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3/26/26
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Dear Editor
Why should you support Prop K.I.D.S.? The simple answer to that question is Community Pride. Currently, there is an executive order from the Governor of Missouri and legislation is …
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3/26/26
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DEAR EDITOR
Does anyone actually believe U.S. Congressman Jason Smith? I’ve tried to get through several of his columns, but once I get into them, I have to double-check the byline, thinking …
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3/19/26
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Dear Editor
This letter is in support of Prop K.I.D.S. My life’s profession has largely been education. I could tell you a great deal about teaching and learning, most of which you may not …
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3/19/26
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Dear Editor
To the citizens of District 32: As a retired business owner who worked in the construction sector for more than 40 years, I am proud to express my full support for Proposition KIDS …
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3/19/26
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What a magnificent, God-blessed couple of days we had a week ago here under the beautiful River Tree. The old codger and his beautiful bride ventured out energetically against the fetid detritus that …
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By Jim Martin, columnist
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3/12/26
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Dear Editor
Last week’s letter to the editor by Jesse Laurentius deserves more than a quick read; it merits deep consideration and intellectual honesty. Jesse wrote that, had I stayed in …
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3/12/26
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Dear Editor
The Board of Directors and staff of the Perryville Area Chamber of Commerce would like to express their support for Proposition KIDS in Perryville.
As an organization committed …
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3/12/26
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Dear Editor
The Perryville Development Corporation is proud to offer our full support for Proposition KIDS in Perryville.
As a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening economic …
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3/12/26
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President Trump promised Missourians that his foreign policy would make America respected on the world stage again, rebuild our military and act decisively to address threats confronting our nation …
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By Congressman Jason Smith
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3/12/26
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I brought flowers to Mom this week. Springtime stems of forsythia, dogwood and lilac. It’s too early for the real thing — but silk is fine.
March was Mom’s favorite month, and on the first …
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Robin Leach, columnist
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3/12/26
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One year ago, President Trump returned to office with a clear promise: make life more affordable for hardworking Americans and restore strength to our economy. During his State of the Union address, …
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By Congressman Jason Smith
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3/5/26
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