Thoughts: Just Sayin’
The older one gets the more lessons he has learned or, in some cases, not learned.
The older one gets the more lessons he has learned or, in some cases, not learned.
Arguably and definitely, to my estimation, one of the most accomplished, influential, and civic-minded African-Americans in our locale is Mr. Dolphus Carter.
Usually during this time of year our focus is on deceased African Americans, who are considered to be historic figures, due to their achievements and contributions to the advancement of the black community, as well as the nation as a whole.
In last Thursday’s Dillon Herald, I read with great interest an article written by one of my fellow writers, Bishop Michael Goings. Mr. Goings did a fantastic piece on a man I considered to be one of my heroes in life, the late Bill Coward.
Undoubtedly the most famous and prominent individual with family roots in Dillon is Dr. Ben Bernanke, the very astute and accomplished Chairman of the Federal Reserve.
To The Editor:
I felt led to write and let you know how wonderful I thought your Dec. 19 issue of The Dillon Herald was.
When I was growing up in Newtown, the time beginning with Thanksgiving and extending through Christmas into the New Year was the most anticipated and joyous time of the year
Thank you for contacting me to express your thoughts about the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) commonly referred to as “Obamacare”. I appreciate you taking the time to share your views with me, and I have heard from many constituents who feel the same way as you.
There used to be a song that said, “I beg your pardon I never promised you a rose garden.” A rose garden though is what many of the American people thought they were getting with the Affordable Healthcare Act, also known as Obamacare.
Dear Editor:
I am writing about the article written by Bishop Michael Goings “An Unsung Hero with Unswerving Valor.”