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With a broken system, who will protect Ohio children from danger?

DEAR EDITOR: There is something deeply broken in the legal and child protection systems in Northeast Ohio — and it’s putting children’s lives at risk. In my own case, I sought emergency custody of my children after providing clear, documented examples of ongoing danger in their father’s home. The court denied ex parte custody. I turned to Children’s Protective Services (CPS), hoping someone would take the threats seriously. They refused to open a case — despite multiple incidents, including emotional abuse, physical punishment with objects and unsafe situations involving ...

New program can build better Future for Ohio Seniors

DEAR EDITOR: With nearly 20% of Ohioans aged 65 and older, our state is facing a growing senior care crisis. Most older adults want to remain in their homes as they age but have limited options to do so. Thankfully, a new senior care program is coming to Northeast Ohio — and not a moment too soon. PACE provides medical and social services, both in a day center and in the home, that help older adults safely maintain independence in their homes and communities. By delivering high-quality and cost-effective care, PACE has shown strong results in reducing hospital and nursing home ...

Democrats are unwilling to work on immigration

DEAR EDITOR: President Trump is not going anywhere, so why don’t the Democrats work with him on immigration? Why the resistance? Because they hate how well he is doing in six months, more than any other president. Deportation of illegals has been around since the 1750s. The Alien Act authorized the deportation of nationals that were deemed dangerous. In 1882, the Immigration Act expanded to deport illegals with mental illness, criminals who would become charges (meaning the U.S. would have to take care of them) and border enforcement. In 1892, Chinese laborers had to register ...

American society is caught up in greed while decency suffers

DEAR EDITOR: Heaven is closed and Hell’s overcrowded, while decency lies in the lost and found. As we can now see everything has a price. It’s often said, “Signed, sealed, delivered.” It’s the lowest hanging fruit on the tree that is first to be cut or picked. We now have a nation captured by greed. In society, individuals prioritize accumulating wealth, power and possessions above all else at the expense of others. I hear someone calling, “Come in from the craziness,” but there ain’t nobody around. Heaven is closed and Hell’s overcrowded while decency lies ...

Anyone who abuses an animal should face harsh penalties

DEAR EDITOR: Animal abuse is unacceptable. Warren now has another disgusting scumbag who joins the ranks of animal abusers, Thomas Leinbuckler and Stephanie Swegan. Richard Sanek is the latest dirtbag animal abuser. The innocent dog, Leonidas, was emaciated when found on Sunday, July 13 and died on Monday, July 14. There is no excuse to withdraw food and water from an animal. The wise man, Gandhi, once said the measure of a civilized society is how they treat their animals. By that measure, Sanek is uncivilized and a damper to civilized people, especially children. Neighbors and ...

Neighbors should worry about their own lawns

DEAR EDITOR: I am sick and tired of the neighbors complaining about lawn grass standard requirements. We are living in a time where weather is extremely unpredictable. Combine that with a full-time job schedule. Perhaps neighbor Joe Smith can’t mow his lawn until Saturday. Ease up, neighbors!!!! Relax!!! Stop whining about the lawn that isn’t yours!!! Give your neighbor a break! JENISE BORRASSO Girard