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Protecting our daughters’ futures: Why Ruben Gallego is the right choice to defend women’s rights in Arizona

Dear Editor,
As a parent and grandparent, I am concerned about the future my children and grandchildren will inherit. I believe in women’s rights. The Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and the subsequent resurgence of Arizona’s 1864 abortion ban have left me worried about the kind of world my family will grow up in.

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PART 3 – Addressing The Silver Tsunami: Taking Action & Preparation

Dear Editor,
The Silver Tsunami, symbolizing the wave of aging baby boomers entering retirement, poses multifaceted challenges for city municipalities.
As we continue to explore the implications of the Silver Tsunami, it is essential to focus on what individuals can do to mitigate the challenges ahead. While we wait for larger systemic changes, there are several proactive measures that we can take to ensure a better quality of life for our seniors and ourselves.

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It’s only a game

Dear Editor,
To paraphrase almost every mother in history, this is why America can’t have nice things.
It isn’t ten years of dysfunctional government, deep distrust between both major political parties, or felonious presidential candidates who still, inexplicably attract donor money. That doesn’t bother me.

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