Fresno voter: Our three cats and one small dog have decided to vote for Kamala Harris | Opinion
Trump talk about eating cats, dogs
“In debate, Trump rates, cites conspiracy theories as Harris pushes back, touts her vision for future” (fresnobee.com, Sept. 10)
After watching the presidential debate last night and listening to the guy who used to have the nuclear codes talk about Haitian immigrants eating our cats and dogs, two things occurred to me: First, I couldn’t stop laughing. And second, our three cats and one small dog who were all previously on the fence about who to vote for all immediately decided to vote for Kamala Harris.
Fred Oakes
Fresno
Opinion
Inconsistent clothing code
“Clovis Unified is oversexualized shorts. Why can’t students wear Lululemon at school?” (fresnobee.com, Sept. 8)
I’m writing in response to the recent article ‘’Clovis Unified is oversexualized shorts. Why can’t students wear Lululemon at school?’’ The (Clovis Unified) clothing code is noticeably inconsistent. I disagree that many student-athletes at Clovis Unified, such as those participating in volleyball, cheerleading, cross country and track and field are able to wear shorts below the minimum length required by the school’s dress code without any problems.
This discrepancy draws attention to an unsettling double standard. Given the heated environment in the Central Valley, it makes sense that kids should be permitted to wear similarly functional and comfortable gear in the classroom if sporting attire is deemed appropriate. Moreover, it seems out of place to argue that Clovis Unified’s implementation of this regulation is justified by “supporting student safety.”
The district ought to focus on more urgent issues, such as the alleged inappropriate behavior of certain administrators who have allegedly been “staring and gawking” at female kids, rather than criticizing children for their clothing choices.
Jasmine Landa Bravo
Fresno
Don’t shame girls in shorts
“Upset parent say Clovis Unified body-shamed girls in shorts” (fresnobee.com, Sept. 1)
Parents shouldn’t be upset with the school district but rather teach their children to follow rules. I can understand how kids would want to wear their new clothes but both parents and students know there are rules and regardless of what they might want they still have to follow rules. It is not about shaming but about compliance with rules. All students must follow a dress code and parents should be enforcing compliance not reinforcing non-compliance.
Parents complained their children were sent to a building known for kids that were in trouble as if this were not OK, and complaining about the price they spent on the clothes as if to excuse the behavior rather than considering the disruption of learning that it may cause. I agree children shouldn’t be shamed for the choice in clothing but they do need to be held accountable for breaking rules.
Phillip Marquez
Fresno
Why your vote is important
“Taylor Swift says she’s voting for Kamala Harris over Donald Trump after presidential debate” (fresnobee.com, Sept. 10)
The League of Women Voters of Fresno is proud to observe National Voter Registration Day on Sept. 19, established as a non-partisan civic holiday in 2012 to urge eligible citizens to register to vote, encourage awareness of voter registration opportunities and celebrate democracy.
About 2,000 volunteers from around the country helped launch the original National Voter Registration Day. By 2022, it was endorsed by associations such as the National Association of Secretaries of State and the National Association of State Election Directors.
Famous actors, musicians and other celebrities have endorsed National Voter Registration Day. It was estimated that Taylor Swift influenced 35,000 people to register to vote last year.
Why is your vote important? Many elections, especially those that are local, are decided by remarkably small margins — in some cases, by just a handful of votes. Be sure to register right now, and then make sure to vote in November.
Kay Bertken and Robin Chiero
Co-presidents, League of Women Voters
Fresno
Cannabis bill no threat to clean air
“This California assembly bill could spark a resurgence in toxic indoor smoking culture | Opinion” (fresnobee.com, Sept. 6)
In no way does the recently passed cannabis cafe bill, Assembly Bill 1775, threaten Californians’ right to breathe clean, smoke-free air, as claimed in this op-ed. In no case does it permit cannabis smoking anywhere that it is presently banned; rather, it permits beverages and fresh food to be sold at existing lounges where cannabis use is allowed given the approval of local government.
Not a single Californian will be exposed to objectionable cannabis smoke or odors by AB 1775. The bill was written with union representatives in order to ensure that it protects worker safety. It’s telling that the opposition to cannabis cafes comes from anti-smoking advocates who have no intent of visiting them. Those who do have every right to be served coffee, tea and fresh food with their cannabis.
Dale Gieringer
Fresno
There will be no marijuana ‘restaurants’
“This California assembly bill could spark a resurgence in toxic indoor smoking culture | Opinion” (fresnobee.com, Sept. 6)
Thank you for bringing up the subject of the possibility of marijuana dispensaries becoming marijuana “restaurants” by allowing smoking indoors at dispensaries that serve food and drinks. This op-ed argues that California will will step back in time as far as breathing clean, healthy air if Assembly Bill 1775 is passed, but I don’t believe that is what will happen.
People that don’t smoke or use marijuana do not typically visit dispensaries. The people this will affect are the ones visiting the stores who are already exposing themselves. This bill does not allow for smoking marijuana at any and all restaurants throughout the state, so the majority of the population will not be affected at all.
Jeramy Dobson
Coarsegold
