Recent appointments by our "Christian" president, mostly Christian Norwegians and Swedes. Arif Alikhan, assstant secretary.

Contrary to Mr. Westgard’s allegations in his recent submission, “New tax on your utility bill,” the Minnesota Renewable Energy Standard (RES) has largely kept energy prices down, and utilities throughout the state are on track or ahead of their RES goals.

Clearly, churches should have the freedom to perform wedding ceremonies for any couple that they choose and a church has never, and should never, be forced to marry any couple its religious beliefs don't condone.

April is Counseling Awareness Month. I am a licensed professional clinical counselor.

Thursday's Dispatch editorial cartoon asked a question.

Like The National Rifle Association (NRA), many parts of the entertainment industry and the legislative body are driven by money and power. It does not seem to matter in these modern times the damage all are causing on our civilization.

I just want to remind you folks that councilmember Chip Borkenhagen will have his community meeting again on Tuesday, April 30 at 6:30 p.m. at The Center (formerly Lakes Area Senior Activity Center) on Eighth and Kingwood Streets.

Assault awareness I am writing about my concern with the level of sexual violence that permeates our society and the need for men, in particular, to do something about this.

Meet with Chip Once again we would like to invite all citizens to our monthly gathering at the Senior Center this next Tuesday, April 30 from 6 to 8 p.m.

A proud American I love America! I'm sure you do too. I love the freedom to express myself. I love and appreciate the freedom to be open about my spiritual beliefs and attend my choice of worship without fear.