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No New Wars To the editor: Donald Trump campaigned on his promise of America first, no military presence in other countries. He said that we should not be in other countries starting wars, making regime changes, having a military presence or spending our dollars supporting other countries. Well, for not starting wars or even small conflicts, here is the tally to date: bombed Iraq 3-3-25, Yemen 3-15-25, Iran 6-22-25, Somila 12-14-25, Nigeria 12-25-25, Venezuela 1-2-26, Syria 1-11-26 and Iran again 2-28-26. This term, Trump says we need Greenland, Canada and Cuba to join us, and if they ...

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Successful Triathlon weekend To the editor: It truly took a village to host the Fairmont Youth and Adult Triathlons and the 5K Run for the Bacon this past weekend. The event begins with generous sponsors who believe in our mission and make it all possible. The City of Fairmont graciously allows us to use the Aquatic Park and Gomsrud Park. Our Park Department sets up the fencing for the bike transition areas, while the County provides traffic cones and street barriers to help keep athletes and spectators safe. Athletes were treated to fresh fruit and cookies donated by Hy-Vee and ...

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Thankful for donation To to the editor: Martin County People First would like to thank you, the Knights of Columbus, for the generous donation from April's Silent/Live Auction. This donation helps people with disabilities in Martin County lead fulfilling and active lives. It is much appreciated. With regards, Pat Kietzer Martin County People First Ally

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Grateful for Fairmont KC To the editor: The Fairmont Knights of Columbus sponsored a fundraiser breakfast last Sunday with the proceeds of the event going to benefit the Martin County Historical Society.  I would like to compliment that organization on the effort they put forth, the pleasant, friendly, and professional manner of all involved from those collecting payment for the breakfast to the cooks, servers, and the individuals cleaning tables.  It was a very pleasant and enjoyable time with a very good breakfast and the opportunity to visit with the many that attended.  The ...

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More “swampy” stuff To the editor: Trump campaigned in 2024 that he would “drain the swamp” in D.C. Here’s just a few things he actually has done: Accepted a $400 million jet from Qatar, in direct violation of federal regulations. Accepted millions from private donors for his ballroom project. He did not attain permission from the National Trust for Historic Preservation to drop its lawsuit. Now, congressional Republicans have proposed allocating $1 billion taxpayer funds for underground security for the ballroom. Sells merchandise (merch) like a rock band, look up the ...

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HCMC trains the doctors Minnesota depends on To the editor: Recent conversations about HCMC’s future have focused on its role as a safety net hospital and its Level I trauma and specialty care services. No question, these functions are critical. But there's another role that deserves equal attention: training the primary care physicians Minnesotans rely on every day. No single site in Minnesota trains more family physicians than HCMC. These doctors go on to care for patients across the state, including in rural and underserved communities where access is already limited and many ...