THE LACONIA DAILY SUN, Tuesday, December 20, 2011 — Page 7
LETTERS Mitt Romney believes in all of us and our ‘can do’ attitudes
Over 25 new donors stepped up to help Neighbors in Need in ‘11
To the editor, In the military, when all things are equal, the commander will have a cocktail party for a promotion candidate and request the wives attend. This is an overt way to “break the tie”. This past July, I had the honor and privilege of hosting Mrs. Ann Romney in my home. She grew up the daughter of a small town mayor and is humbled that she would be in the race for First Lady of the United States of America. Mrs. Romney is the mother of five and grandmother of 10, with still having time to serve her community and be an advocate in raising awareness for Multiple Sclerosis. Her presence on the trail is inspiring and is a perfect reflection of her husband’s character and should remind us
To the editor, The French have a saying, “Plus ca change; plus c’est la meme chose.” The more things change; the more they stay the same. With Neighbors in Need also. After 25 years of leadership and service to our organization, Bob Decamp said “goodbye” to our board in at our November board meeting. We will greatly miss all he has given to the Lakes Region community. “Plus ca change…” However, as Bob surely knows, we will preserver in our mission to help those in need, providing financial assistance for rent, electric bills, heating fuel, child care, auto repairs, and medical equipment. For 2011, the amount will reach almost $60,000 that Neighbors in Need sends through area churches and non-profits. “…plus c’est la meme chose.” But the names and faces are ever changing. The stagnating economy with its ever growing numbers of the unemployed and underpaid, rising rents and heating costs means that a growing list of those needing help. Cuts in federal and state programs means even greater pressure on the budgets on local providers, including Neighbors in Need. “Plus ca change…” Fortunately, many of our recipient agencies and churches remain in place to gather and qualify the requests that are submitted to Neighbors in
of the challenges that she has overcome and the family’s belief that anything is possible. Together and as a family they have followed through with empowerment and integrity in all they endeavor. There is no doubt that they will bring back a gracious and unpretentious presence to Washington. I first met Gov. Romney in 2007 and he has consistently made his message clear that he believes in ALL the people of America and our “can do” attitude. Romney with his expertise in economics will be in Washington and on day one will bring cheers from the populous nationwide with his lesser government plan road to recovery. Judith Krahulec Laconia
May our very generous anonymous donor have a Merry Christmas To the editor, For the second year in a row a very generous donor has anonymously bestowed a gift on our community. This donor continues to give with genuine spirit and has namelessly given thousands of dollars that will help those in need this holiday season. The service
groups that provide needed relief to members of our community were once again extremely grateful for the gift. Whoever you are have as Merry a Christmas as you have made for many others! Royal Smith, Fire Chief City of Franklin
Ms. Piper’s letter was a masterwork of clear logic & grammar To the editor, Ms. Piper’s “Lawfully carried guns in schools will place no one in danger” letter to the editor is a masterwork of
clear logic and grammar! Bravo. Doug Huffman Washington Island, Wisconsin
from preceding page being president under divided government. He has handled that as badly as any president in history. If you like how divided government works TODAY under Obama and Republicans, then be ready for four more years of name calling, finger pointing and failed government like this country has never experienced in it’s history if he wins.
By the way, if your interested the top 1-percent held a higher percentage of the wealth in America in 1911 than they do now in 2011. The amount of wealth held by the top 1-percent has changed little in the past two decades. You will never hear the whole story from Obama..... Tony Boutin Gilford
Need. Thank God for these, as we are obligated by our charter to work through organizations such as the Salvation Army, St. Vincent de Paul, Service Link, CAP, Catholic Charities, Central NH VNA, and churches such as United Baptist and Evangelical Baptist. “…plus c’est la meme chose.” And the source of the funds that make our mission possible? Many of the same people that Bob Decamp “recruited” 25 years ago remain consistently supportive with their monthly or quarterly checks of various amounts from as little as $10 to as much as $250. What would we have done without them? “…plus c’est la meme chose.” We also received some very badly needed new infusion of financial resources this year. Over 25 new donors came forward to help us meet the growing demand for assistance. In 2012, we expect this need on the part of your neighbors to continue to grow. Won’t you consider joining our family of contributors by sending a check for whatever amount you feel comfortable? “Plus ca change…” On behalf of the board of Neighbors in Need, we wish all of you health and happiness during this blessed Holiday Season! Bill Johnson Neighbors in Need Gilford
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