Trump's 'good economic news' is awfully murky
Re "Trump delivers bonanza of good economic news for U.S.," Aug. 1: I'm not sure what 'bonanza of good economic news' the president is said to have delivered, as Nicole Russell claims in her opinion piece.
But here is a quote from a Wall Street Journal article by Paul Kiernan, published the same day:
'… official data this week showed a marked slowdown in economic output and consumer spending, followed by a jarringly weak jobs report. Where things go from here is murky.'
Russell, please note: that's Paul Kiernan, not Paul Krugman. Yet Kiernan's reporting and the data seem to support Krugman's concerns about the state of the economy.
Nicole Russell: "Trump delivers bonanza of good economic news for U.S.
If this is bonanza, one shudders to think what the bad news feels like.
Manoj Choudhary, Reynoldsburg
Honoring a man who always prioritized people
I am writing to express profound appreciation for the well-deserved recognition of the late former Ohio Director of Agriculture Steve Mauer on Aug. 1, inducted posthumously into the Ohio Agricultural Hall of Fame.
As a longtime admirer of Steve's contributions to our community and the broader agricultural landscape, I was deeply moved by the tribute paid to him at the Ohio Ag Council Hall of Fame Breakfast.
Steve, also twice appointed Ohio State executive director for the United States Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency by Presidents Bill Clinton and Barack Obama, embodied the spirit of Ohio agriculture — a visionary leader whose dedication to all things Ohio , advocacy for rural communities and mentorship of future generations left a lasting mark.
He championed diversifying Ohio crop production, helped establish Ohio's organic certification program and opened up new international markets for Ohio agricultural products.
Above it all, he genuinely cared about and always prioritized people.
He not only advanced our industry but also inspired countless individuals, myself included.
The hall of fame's decision to honor Steve celebrates more than his legacy; it reaffirms the values of perseverance, integrity and stewardship that define Ohio's agricultural heritage. Seeing his wife Amy and their family accept this accolade was a poignant reminder of the lives he touched and the enduring impact of his work.
Thank you to the Ohio Agricultural Hall of Fame for ensuring that Steve Mauer's contributions will never be forgotten. This recognition not only honors his memory but also inspires all of us to carry forward his passion for progress and community.
Tim Sword, Agricultural Export Administrator, Ohio Department of Agriculture
LifeWise and Tressel
Re letter to the editor "Full background checks shouldn't be optional," Aug. 1: Coincidence that the letter to the editor from Dave Schwendenman about LifeWise Academy's failure to put basic safeguards in place for the children they remove from class during school hours was immediately followed by the "Tressel for Ohio governor" letter from Keith Luck?
It should be lost on no one that Tressel's name will be on the LifeWise training room when their new national headquarters opens in Hilliard this year.
Sue Miller, Columbus
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