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Protecting Ohio’s children

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A U.S. District Court judge’s decision to strike down Ohio’s requirement that children under age 16 must have parental consent to use social media and some gaming apps is being viewed as a victory by trade group NetChoice (which represents TikTok, Snapchat, Meta and other companies) and some First Amendment advocates. But it is important to read all of what Judge Algenon Marbley had to say on the matter. Marbley did not say the intent of the law was not commendable. He said it went too far. Marbley said the law “resides at the intersection of two unquestionable rights: the ...

On board with progress

Editorials

It was a small thing. Just $25,000 included in this year’s state budget to let Ohioans know its elected representatives support the idea of real passenger rail transportation options. The money will let the Buckeye State join the Interstate Midwest Passenger Rail Commission, according to a report by WBNS. That, in turn, will lead to conversations with Amtrak, the Federal Railroad Administration and others. A representative of All Aboard Ohio told WBNS there is work being done on a rail line that would connect Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati and Dayton. There is another proposed ...

Be a hero — donate life

Editorials

Most of us have the luxury of not thinking much about organ donation. But we should. “It’s one of the most profound gifts we can give, that transcends all boundaries and … saves lives,” said Brenda Hooper, intensive care unit clinical nurse manager at WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center and the hospital’s organ donation liaison. During an event last week at the hospital with Lifeline of Ohio, Ben Burns recounted his own realization after learning of the difference his father’s donation had made for a single mother in Texas. Now, he is an advocate — mentioning organ ...

Get your Real ID by May

Editorials

In less than a month, all those flying domestically will only be able to board an airplane if they have a Real ID — that gold star in the upper corner of your driver’s license — or a valid passport. It’s been 20 years since Congress passed the Real ID Act. It’s been delayed numerous times but is now set to take effect May 7. If you don’t have one, and you don’t have a valid passport, it’s simple: you won’t be able to fly. With only four weeks remaining, DMV offices are busy getting people signed up. In West Virginia, the Division of Motor Vehicles offers a couple ...

THE SON

Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, In Mt 16:33(RSV), Jesus inquired of his disciples “Who do men say that the Son of man is?” Simon Peter’s response, “You are the Christ the Son of the living God,” is revelatory and sets the stage for more revelations that end with Jesus’ prophetic declaration in Mt 16:28, “Truly, I say to you, there are some standing here who will not taste death before they see the Son of man coming in his kingdom.” This prophecy provides essential context for understanding Jesus’ prophecy in Mt 24:34-36—“Truly, I say to you, this generation will not pass away ...

‘Light’ of America

Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, I always look forward to this format offering from The Times Leader. The “Thank you” letters often published are mostly heartwarming. To place “Light” on benevolence is needed these days. Years ago, an old neighbor, friend and good man had told me something I’ve always remembered. It was 1978 (I wore a Jimmy Carter sweater), inflation was 20%. I was a steelworker (Yorkville Mill) Wheeling Steel, WPSC, Severstal Steel and RG, LLC (40 years). The cost of living adjustment (COLA) reflected an extra $150.00 a pay (2 weeks). The fixed income of the good man ...