Letters to the Editor — Biden’s speech, Bally Sports, Texas surplus; jury duty

Does GOP need options?

Re: “‘We’re not finished yet’ — Biden touts nation’s resilience in bid to reassure Americans,” Wednesday news story.

I assumed this front-page evaluation was fairly truthful and correct, however I used to be struck by a couple of issues. First, the 60%-plus of Americans who assume Biden has performed little or nothing clearly are uninformed. The checklist of accomplishments is simple.

Second, do the constituents of Marjorie Taylor Greene and different “firebrands” really need to be represented by boorish and vulgar representatives with no respect for our establishments? Joe Wilson’s calling the president a liar appears to have opened the door to ever disrespectful conduct.

Lastly, the partisan GOP couldn’t convey themselves to applaud a minimal tax on billionaires, a pay elevate for lecturers, restoration of the little one tax credit score, a ban on military-style weapons, decrease drug prices or the president’s plea to work cooperatively on border options.

It appears fairly clear to me that Republicans typically don’t want to remedy these issues. What continues to amaze me is the lack of expertise of the points and the penchant to simply complain with out providing options.

Robert L. Barrese, Dallas

Disrespect throughout speech infantile

Gladly, I not contemplate myself a Republican. The disrespect proven for the workplace of president throughout the State of the Union speech was not solely uncalled for however infantile misbehavior by individuals elected to run this nation. The president ought to have paused till the loud politicians had been faraway from the chamber.

The speaker of the home was no higher. Instead of listening to the speech, he typically appeared to be taking a nap. They ought to a minimum of be censured for his or her actions.

Howard Block, Irving

Bally took groups from followers

Re: “Looming crisis — Bally Sports’ financial woes could have impact on favorite teams, but not you, at least not yet,” Wednesday SportsDay story.

Two or extra years in the past, Bally lower off all streaming companies entry to its content material apart from AT&T’s DirecTV Stream? I refused to be compelled to swap.

I don’t perceive how the homeowners of the Mavs, Stars and Rangers let that occur. To add to the distress, Bally doesn’t have a streaming app both. Neither I nor my grandkids have gotten to know the greatness of Luka Dončić or the new look of the Rangers and Stars.

I think that Bally’s monetary woes are partially as a result of they lower off streamers and missed out on the income that streamers would offer. Good riddance.

Russell Cowen, South Irving

Texans may use power break

Re: “Will lawmakers use surplus to fix ills? In Q&A, 2 budget experts weigh in on state’s unexpected windfall,” Monday news story.

I discovered this story on the Texas Budget surplus to be extraordinarily well-written. Exploring the numerous makes use of that the Texas Legislature is contemplating was very informative, and the concentrate on property taxes caught my eye.

As a house owner, I can actually vouch that they’re fairly excessive, however I additionally perceive a discount doesn’t assist renters. I might suggest that as well as or as a substitute of a few of the concepts written about, there could be a test despatched as an power value help to each taxpayer on the books. Since plenty of this income revenue comes from our state’s oil and gasoline manufacturing, it could make sense to assist residents throughout the board, like what the state of Alaska does.

Sure, meals prices are excessive, however we will all reduce. But heating our abodes, and cooling them, and driving are fairly crucial.

Anton Skell, Plano

All power sources not equal

Re: “Texas should treat all energy sources equally — A technology agnostic approach is best for staying an industry leader, serving consumers,” by Judd Messer, Feb. 3 Opinion.

Hey, Judd, come discuss to me when photo voltaic or wind can get a Boeing 777 off the floor. All power sources are usually not equal.

Rick Atkinson, McKinney

Improve jury duty consolation

Last summer season, the decide thanked us profusely for complying with our summons for jury duty in Dallas County Petit Court as many individuals don’t hassle to present up. Here are a couple of options for Dallas County to assist enhance turnout for jury duty:

Make it snug. During final summer season’s warmth wave, we sat round in a really heat room for about three hours as a result of the air conditioner was not working. They did present one fan for the massive room with about 50 individuals. Thanks?

When we had been dismissed, we weren’t allowed to go away by the entrance door regardless that the space was empty. We had to take a again door, farther from the parking storage. This was at the peak temperature of the day so this was not appreciated.

Finally, the bill date for my $6 juror pay was Oct 24. I acquired the test simply earlier than Christmas for my July 7 jury duty. I’m lucky that I may pay $14 for parking. Not everybody can.

It may assist if Dallas County would deal with potential jurors as residents who’re really volunteering their time. Appreciate us as a substitute of treating us like we have now no selection. It takes so little to make a distinction.

Lynn Lawrance, Dallas

Newspaper supply appreciated

I would really like to categorical my thanks and kudos to my newspaper supply individual. The provider does a tremendous job. My paper is on time and delivered even when the climate isn’t superb for driving like our current icy climate.

I would really like my provider to know that the work is appreciated and I’m grateful that I can have a newspaper to learn every day. Thanks once more!

Dale Boehnke, McKinney

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