Dominionist column appreciated
Re: “The dominionists are here — Mixing far-right Texas politics with a fringe religious movement gives us terms like Trump Christianity, demonic Democrats and a quest for dominance,” by Glenn Rogers, Sunday Opinion.
I am grateful to The Dallas Morning News for providing this opinion column that helped me to fully understand the relationship between the current Republican administration and groups like the New Apostolic Reformation.
Once again, Michael Hogue’s provocative art piqued my interest: I read Rogers’ piece several times, each time getting more and more concerned how the Christian nationalist agenda is in direct conflict with our Constitution, yet is being pushed by oligarchs — like Tim Dunn — and their supporters, like Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick.
I urge everyone who is concerned about the United States to consider how these groups want control of our civil society, our Seven Mountains of religion, family, education, government, media, arts and entertainment, and business. The dominionists are here — in Austin and in Washington, D.C.
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Keith Everett Johnson, Dallas, White Rock Lake
No connection to Jesus
Sunday’s Opinion section left me feeling a little more positive than I have in a long time. The percentage of views based on what I can simply call fact and logic seems to be increasing. Not the least of these was Rogers’ deeply researched observations of (as he calls it) “mixing far-right Texas politics with a fringe religious movement.”
This fringe religious movement has hijacked Christianity for political gains. If Christianity any longer refers to following (or at least attempting to follow) the teachings of Jesus of Nazareth, I see no connection.
This movement is simply using the term Christianity as a marketing tool. They may wear a necklace with a cross, but they focus on judging and condemning anyone with divergent views. This is not exactly a Jesus directive. But one would have to actually read the Bible to know that.
Paul G. Hill, Garland
Stop degrading nurses
It appears that President Donald Trump is continuing his war on women by declaring that nursing is not a professional occupation, therefore decreasing or eliminating the availability of government-sponsored student loans.
According to Gallup’s annual poll, nursing has ranked as the most ethical and honest profession for the past 23 years in a row. Approximately 88% of nurses are women, so his actions should come as no surprise. Shame on him.
Kathy Johnston, Carrollton
Only one America’s team
Re: “Winner lands the ‘AT’ crown? Battle for viewership title on line between the television titans,” by Tim Cowlishaw, Thursday SportsDay column.
I enjoyed reading Cowlishaw’s column about the Kansas City Chiefs having a stronger claim to the title of America’s Team. I do love my fellow Texas Tech alumnus Patrick Mahomes, but other than that, I say hooey.
Our Cowboys are America’s Team because of a rich history that includes its wildcatter founder, the innovations made by Tom Landry, Tex Schramm and Gil Brandt, and the original Texas Stadium with the hole in the roof.
We built national exposure by competing with the East Coast teams with stars such as Dandy Don, Bullet Bob, Roger Dodger, not to mention Troy Aikman and Emmitt Smith.
Say what you will about Jerry Jones, but he kept the mystique of the Cowboys going, even without winning. Everyone either loves our Cowboys or absolutely hates them.
The Cowboys have the Star, the legends, the Dallas imagery, global branding and Thanksgiving.
Nice try, Tim. I think the title sticks until someone comes along and earns it. Better be tougher than Walt Garrison, though!
Barry Rothschild, Dallas/Preston Hollow
How many have drugs killed?
Re: “Struggling with logic,” by Ken Duble, Sunday Letters.
In this letter, Duble asked, “Must we kill occupants in a boat in international waters during peace time who do not pose a threat?”
Do not these drug runners pose a threat to hundreds of thousands of our youth and citizens? How many thousands have already died from overdosing on fentanyl?
Alfred Wilson, Northlake
Rights for kids with disabilities
Until Nov. 29, 1975, American children with disabilities had no right to a public education in the United States. While schools in some states voluntarily served children with selected disabilities, no national policy guaranteed to these children what nondisabled children were typically provided in their states.
On that day, President Gerald Ford signed into law the Education for All Handicapped Children Act. At that time, it was estimated that 7 million children would gain entrance to the nation’s public schools.
Fifty years have passed, and millions of children have benefited from access to public schools. Their families, employers and society benefited as well, as formerly isolated people gained participation in the daily rhythms of life.
Alan Abeson, Fort Worth
Court-martial
Disobeying unlawful orders in the U.S. military is covered in both the Oath of Enlistment and Article 92 of the UCMJ. If a military person obeys an unlawful order, that person is subject to a court-martial also; if he or she disobeys a lawful order they are also subject to a court-martial.
If someone reminds them of such action, that person is not subject to a death sentence just because a president of the U.S. wishes it to happen. If said president is going in that direction, then Congress or the vice president and Cabinet need to enact the 25th Amendment to rid the U.S. of this president. I do believe our democracy is in grave danger if they do not.
John Thompson, Frisco
Hung out to dry
It seems as if President Donald Trump is after a true military hero because he criticized his potentially illegal operations. Instead of hanging Sen. Mark Kelly out to dry, maybe it is time to add another impeachment to Trump’s résumé. It is only a matter of time until Congress sees fit to do this.
J.R. Krystinik, Dallas/Preston Hollow