Even if prompted by coronavirus, the Fed rate cut was premature

Fed was too quick to cut interest rate

Regarding “Stocks whipsaw after Fed cuts rates to counter virus effects,” (March 3):

Fed rates are always great, but in the current economy the latest cut certainly wasn’t necessary. If it was done to preempt the negative effects of the coronavirus, it seems they implemented the cut far too early. If there is a significant negative impact on the economy, any stimulus would be needed many months down the road. It’s like an army using its one remaining mortar before the enemy soldiers are even in sight. Best to keep the arrows in the quiver for later.

Bill Wright, Charlotte

Tired of Trump’s endless ridicule

Regarding “Trump touts record, jabs Democrats at Charlotte rally, (March 3):

Is it too much to hope for that Trump eventually will treat his electoral opponent with dignity and some respect? He doesn’t seem to know the meaning of “civil“ discourse.

Lucille Howard, Charlotte

Democrats offer gloom and doom

After watching the last Democratic debate, their motto should be “Gloom and Doom.” Two candidates want free education and Medicare for All, eliminating our health insurance system. The debate was total chaos with everyone talking over everyone else. They hammer the current administration, but aren’t offering the American people a better alternative. Socialism and government takeover is not the answer.

Thurman Linker, Cramerton

Single-payer is a practical solution

Regarding “Single-payer care may work out for these restaurateurs,” (March 1):

Yes, single-payer health insurance would be beneficial in many ways. Restaurant owners will more likely be able to keep employees long term. Workers could take “sick days” to see a doctor and not face financial harm. The public benefits, too. Who wants to eat at restaurants where servers show up sick to avoid huge insurance deductibles?

A single-payer plan would cost less than the patchwork system we now endure. This article is a good example of how subsidized coverage like Medicare for All can offer practical and healthy solutions.

Zach Thomas, Charlotte

CMS case with Centegix is weak

Regarding “Can CMS recoup $1 million for failed security system?” (Feb. 28):

As a retired Procurement/Project Manager, I find CMS staff to be unaware of basic contract law. Unless the school district incorporated its “invitation to bid” terms and conditions in the purchase orders to Centegix, there is no basis to recoup payments. Also, just because the CMS project manager took “notes” of conversations, unless the notes were documented as meeting minutes, shared and agreed to by Centegix representatives, they have little relevance to substantiating the case.

Based on what I feel is a weak CMS case, I’d enter into discussions with Centegix to come to a mutually agreeable written solution, since they’ve already been paid $1 million.

Earl H. Duda, Mount Holly

Trump’s nothing like a ‘true Southerner’

Regarding “I see Trump as a trailblazer in a tux” (March 3 Forum):

As a native Charlottean who considers himself “Southern by the Grace of God,” I find it disturbing that this Forum writer compares Trump to my geographical brethren. “Like a true Southerner?” I am not aware of any Trump character traits that fit the label.

I fear that if he is “blazes new trails” for our nation, we’ll one day find ourselves at Donner Pass. If you are a “Southerner by choice” please do not denigrate the integrity and honor so many of us hold dear by implying Trump’s complete lack of either is admirable. I can assure you, ma’am, he ain’t from around here!

David Delaney, Charlotte

I’d give that Forum writer an award

I’d like to recommend an award be given to this letter writer: “Best letter of the last 15 years.” She is a master at combining syntax, pithy phrases and metaphors, while delivering accolades to President Trump and, at the same time, mild sarcasm to those who want to follow the failed ideas of Democrats. Bravo!

Frank J. Betts, Cornelius

That’s not exactly how I see Trump

Trump as Davy Crockett? I don’t remember Crockett refusing to fight at the Alamo due to bone spurs. No, a more accurate analogy would be a blend of Archie Bunker, Charles Ponzi, Richard Nixon and insult comedian Don Rickles.

Barry Jordan, Charlotte