In the March 24, 2024 edition of the Letters to the Editor section, readers address various topics ranging from corporate greed to animal welfare, COVID-19 response, photography, and political proposals. These letters provide a glimpse into the concerns and opinions of individuals in society today.
The first letter, titled “Bogus Boeing,” criticizes the decline of Boeing and highlights the dangers of allowing companies to regulate themselves. The author argues that Boeing’s compromise on safety for profit has tarnished the company’s reputation and made “Made in America” synonymous with poor quality. They call for the debunking of the conservative belief in an unbridled free market and emphasize the need for regulations to protect consumers.
Moving on, another letter titled “Cows of the future” addresses the controversial topic of genetically modified animals. The author expresses their disapproval of genetically modifying a cow to produce human insulin in her milk. They argue that dairy farming involves cruelty and suffering and that there are alternatives to cow milk available. The author suggests that researchers should focus their energy on promoting healthy habits for those with diabetes instead of manipulating animals.
In response to an opinion piece about COVID-19 mistakes, a reader shares a different perspective. They recall that both immune-compromised and healthy young people were dying from the virus and express gratitude towards Dr. Anthony Fauci and others for their recommendations on wearing masks, social distancing, and shutting down establishments. The reader agrees that remote schooling and isolation had negative consequences but emphasizes the availability of vaccinations, at-home COVID tests, and treatments as reasons to no longer require social distancing and lockdowns. They challenge the opinion that the government’s response to COVID was more destructive than the virus itself.
The fourth letter addresses the topic of photography, specifically retouching portraits. The author draws a parallel between retouching done with film in the past and digital alterations done today. They find it inexplicable that there is constant attention given to whether pictures of the royal family have been digitally altered and question the need for alarm in such instances.
Lastly, a reader responds to an article about Senator Bernie Sanders’ proposal to shorten the workweek. The reader humorously suggests that there are many people who would like to see Sanders cut his workweek down to zero hours, implying their disagreement with his political views.
Overall, these letters showcase the diversity of opinions and concerns within society. From corporate responsibility to animal welfare, COVID-19 response, photography ethics, and political proposals, readers engage with a range of topics and offer their unique perspectives. It is through these dialogues that society can continue to evolve and address the issues that shape our world today.
