Takes more than ‘a good Christian’ to represent us in D.C.
9th needs more than a ‘good Christian’
In response to Our View “Limited choices for newly diverse 9th” (Editorial May 31):
While it has not been explicitly stated, it appears the primary message of each of the two Republican challengers to Robert Pittenger’s seat is they are “good conservative Christians.”
I admire your conviction, but it takes much more than that to successfully represent the 9th District and North Carolina in Washington.
You may find that you will have to wrestle a pig. You will both get dirty, and the pig will love it.
And, Democrat Christian Cano – lose the hat. Many people in Washington already think we are a bunch of hicks and rednecks.
Richard Cochran, Indian Trail
Don’t forget the good I’ve done for N.C.
Don’t forget the good I’ve done for N.C.
Last week, the Observer reported that I secured passage of an amendment to block President Obama’s effort to withhold funding from North Carolina and, separately, won an important victory in the fight to improve Doppler radar coverage in Charlotte.
The Observer has also reported my successful efforts to secure funding for the vital new airport control tower, organize four international security forums to increase collaboration in the fight against terrorism, and protect children through the Kilah Davenport Act, which I sponsored.
Perhaps the editorial board should review its own newspaper before writing such nonsense.
U.S. Rep. Robert Pittenger, Charlotte
ACLU take note, body cams a slippery slope
ACLU take note, body cams a slippery slope
In response to “No body cams in 3 of 4 fatal shootings” (May 29) and related articles:
The ACLU wants transparency and release of body camera footage for interactions with law enforcement.
That’s an awfully slippery slope when that footage might include domestic incidents and traffic stops with doctors, bankers, politicians and attorneys, including counsel for the ACLU.
Be careful what you wish for!
David Ramsey, Mooresville
Airlines should help find fix for TSA lines
Airlines are making record profits off ridiculous fees but cannot seem to find a way to contribute to real solutions and alleviate record wait times.
The TSA should be receiving more money since the number of travelers is at an all-time high and each ticket contains security fees, yet TSA has to appeal to Congress for additional funds.
Seems like spiffy new uniforms, proposed worthless apps, and finger-pointing are a priority while the paying public suffers.
Tom Lewis, Charlotte
Park Road tie-ups will hurt bottom line
To limit Park Road near the South Park area to two lanes this summer is a huge economic mistake.
The road is normally overburdened frequently during the day. To restrict the commerce even more in this affluent area is beyond stupid.
In addition to the residents, there are many visitors and tourists who come to shop in this part of Charlotte. For many people, the only thing they don’t like about Charlotte is the traffic.
John Griffin, Charlotte
Banking industry bias hurts small business
Banking industry bias hurts small business
In response to “Big Finance is warping America’s economy” (May 27 Opinion):
As a small business person myself, I’ve directly experienced the entrenched bias from the banking industry against loaning money to mom and pop businesses.
Truly ironic since the purpose of the 2008 bailout of the financial industry was to reinvigorate investment in business expansion and increase jobs.
I too have made a pact to never use Uber – a company that only cares about building shareholder profit at the expense of the drivers willing to work for so little in return!
Julie Tuggle, Charlotte
A lifetime spent quietly doing good
In response to “Cameron was pillar of civic, banking projects” (May 30):
Charlotte has just lost one of its few true leaders.
Cliff Cameron was so many good things, a prince of a man, a man of wisdom, vision, and most of all, integrity.
I especially remember his serving as chairman of the Meredith College board of trustees when I served as alumnae president. He quietly offered his ideas, his money and his influence.
To the end of his long life, he continued to be a force for good.
Alyce Walker, Charlotte
This story was originally published May 31, 2016 at 4:29 PM with the headline "Takes more than ‘a good Christian’ to represent us in D.C.."