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Appreciates 'no' vote

I would just like to say thank you publicly to Congressman Joe Donnelly for his vote against the National Energy Tax Bill. He was one of 44 Democrats who did not vote for the Bill.

Although the Bill passed the House, Congressman Donnelly did the right thing by not supporting it or caving in to Nancy Pelosi. He deserves to be recognized for his courageous vote.

Senators Bayh and Lugar need to keep it from passing in the Senate.

Richard Cromer

Cemetery vandalism

For the second time this year, I am forced to write this to the persons who have vandalized the gravesites of our family. This time it is a different place and different family members.

For whatever reason, these vandals felt the need to desecrate, steal from and set fire to our family's resting place. These destructive acts are heinous and vile, not to mention a crime.

My family wishes the persons responsible to know how outraged we are that they lack the morals and respect that a decent person would have. They have reasoned that this behavior is acceptable.

It does not matter the age of the persons responsible. There is no excuse, no matter what the age. We are appalled at the disrespectfulness shown in our community.

When you are caught we will pursue the highest form of punishment deserving of a person of your character.

Anyone who has lost a loved one should check out their resting place for vandalism.

Wanda Wilcox

Delphi

Time for change, time for Thompson

I am a law enforcement officer in Carroll County. As a local citizen with a personal opinion, I feel compelled to inform the public of what an outstanding job I believe the Carroll County Prosecutor's Office, and more importantly the Carroll County prosecutor, Tricia Thompson, is doing.

It has been nearly four years since I chose to try to "Change Carroll County." I am not one to give gratitude to anyone who has not earned it. However, Carroll County Prosecutor Tricia Thompson has overwhelmingly earned my respect. Tricia has been one of the most dedicated public servants I have ever seen.

I am sure most of the public drives through Delphi, and at some point passes by the courthouse late at night. And what do you see? I bet you see the light on in the second floor of the courthouse, most importantly you will see the prosecutor's light on.

In these times everyone is struggling and times are extremely tough; budgets are being reduced and jobs are being lost. The same is for the public offices. I have seen Tricia on a regular basis up in her office trying to do the work of two and three employees at one time.

Everyone always says hard work should not go unnoticed, so please take notice. Just as most of the community has sacrificed, so has she. On more days than could be counted, I have had to call up to the Prosecutor's Office at 2 a.m. to tell her to go home - that is dedication! That is what should be recognized!

Tricia is extremely passionate about her job and it shows. It is impossible for her passion not to rub off on to us as law enforcement. I have had high expectations of Tricia and she has exceeded them every time. She deserves our gratitude.

Justin Wilson

Delphi