Letters: Grieving for democracy; Anderson well prepared to serve SCASD board
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Grieving for democracy
This morning at Wegmans I fell in love with a 2-year-old red-headed boy in front of the milk and egg case. Seated in his perch on mom’s shopping cart he pointed jubilantly at the trains overhead, smiling and laughing, amazed that trains could travel in the air. At once I felt such joy at his innocence and exuberance for life — followed by a deep sadness. I am weary, but he is not. I need signs of hope in these dark days. As Frank Bruni recently wrote of the former president with his “reckless actions and rancid character,” I am disappointed — no, crushed — that so few Republicans have the temerity to counter the lies that are being perpetrated by the former guy and his boot-lickers.
If you don’t realize that Trumpism borders on autocracy and anarchy you are sadly misinformed. The January 6th insurrection was nothing short of an attempted coup. It was not another “tourist day” in the U.S. Capitol. It was not an innocent rally. It was a threatening, illegal, bloody, dirty attempt at overturning our democracy. Shame on you, all of you meek and spineless Republicans. You allow your zeal for power to overwhelm your sense of right and wrong. I doubt that you can even discern right from wrong now that you’ve been so thoroughly immersed in right-wing indoctrination. I grieve for our democracy. I grieve for that innocent little red-haired boy. And I grieve for my children, and their children.
Mr. Corman, your support of a man with a rancid character does little to further our democracy and our country’s desperate need for healing.
Anderson well prepared to serve SCASD board
I urge all voters in the State College Area School District to support Deborah Anderson for school board. I have known Deborah for 10 years, and am familiar with her work on various school committees related to academics and athletics. She is a tireless volunteer, collaborative team player, and informed parent prepared to serve the best interests of all students in our district.
As the parent of two sons who are now at State High, Deborah is familiar with all levels of education in the district, but makes an effort to stay informed about the unique issues facing students of different backgrounds and with different needs. She is a listener and a learner, committed to cultivating inclusive environments where all students and staff feel supported.
I have always been impressed by Deborah’s willingness to hear all sides of an issue before offering an answer or opinion. Her willingness to listen — truly listen — and provide informed responses will benefit her as a member of the board. Her experience as a college-level educator will also serve her well.
With numerous candidates running for SCASD school board this year, Deborah stands out as one who has already demonstrated her commitment to our local schools through her longtime involvement in PTOs and district-wide committees. She is prepared to serve, and will undoubtedly be an asset to the board. Please vote for Deborah Anderson for SCASD School Director in the Nov. 2 election.