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It's time to elect a new government in Israel | Gerald and Merle Sternberg

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 5:00am
We love Israel, and we believe the current coalition government failed to protect Israelis who were murdered by Hamas terrorists on Oct. 7, 2023. It has failed and neglected to bring about a temporary cease fire and free hostages who…

Madison's 20 mph speed limit treats taxpayers like children | John Fons

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 5:00am
Madison's mayor and her "Comedy Central" City Council have come up with another one. Stop me if you've heard it before: a 20-mph speed limit throughout Madison residential districts.

Madison needs more enforcement to limit reckless driving | Marla Maeder

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 5:00am
Madison plans to lower speed limits, as explained in Monday's State Journal article "20 mph limits set to expand this winter." This might actually work in some neighborhoods. But from what I can see on Whitney Way, it has only…

Don't let petty political leaders redefine your reality | Wayne Shockley

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 5:00am
The worst thing that President-elect Donald Trump has done is to lead intelligent, educated people to deny reality. He insists his followers believe that he won the 2020 elections, when in reality he did not. He insists they believe the…

Rooftops are better for solar panels | Lynette Miller

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 5:00am
I’m writing in response to Michael Vickerman’s column in Thursday's Wisconsin State Journal, “Solar farm will boost clean energy and conservation.”

We need the golden rule to bring our country back together | David Singer

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 5:00am
In these times with so many differences pulling people apart, something needs to change to bring this country back together in a peaceful way. For a change and to get in the spirit of the season, try the easier yoke…

What kind of charity care seizes a patients' only source of income? | Mark Davis

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 5:00am
Federal law requires hospitals to have a financial assistance program to maintain tax exempt status. Under UW Health’s program, patients whose annual family income is less than three times the federal poverty guideline qualify faor a 100% discount.

Democrats should try listening to voters for a change | David J Rizzo

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 5:00am
It's the season for giving. So in the spirit of the season, I offer advice to the Democratic Party. Start asking voters, “What do you think?” Stop telling voters, “Here’s what you should think.”

Dropping cases against Donald Trump feels like justice denied | J. Denny Weaver

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 5:00am
I'm surely not the only one experiencing frustration, even anger, at seeing the federal cases against President-elect Donald Trump dismissed.

Health care system's flaws require honest talk, not murder | Mark K. Allen

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 5:00am
The killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has brought out an ugly side of the American public.

Donald Trump's Cabinet is more incompetent than he is | Richard Potter

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 5:00am
I have to commend convicted felon and soon-to-be President Donald Trump for working harder than he has ever worked before. It isn’t easy to find Cabinet appointees who know less and are more incompetent than he is. But by golly,…

Permitting reform will help green energy transition | Steve Lewis

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 5:00am
Thanks for running Froma Harrop's column "Don't want green-energy jobs? We'll take them" in the Dec. 6 Wisconsin State Journal. It's encouraging to hear that 18 House Republicans signed a letter to House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., saying we should…

Dane County must be a sanctuary for the LGBTQ+ community | Sup. Rick Rose

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 5:00am
The LGBTQ+ community is under attack. President-elect Donald Trump has wants to prohibit gender transition care for children and eliminate any federal spending for adults. He plans to ask Congress to pass a bill stating that there are only two…

Donald Trump's political pickpockets will distract and rob you | Dan Walker

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 5:00am
Pickpockets operate by creating a distraction when you are most vulnerable, then they pick your pocket. It's a simple and effective strategy. They often work in teams.

Wisconsin football lands commitment from 4-star transfer tight end (copy)

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 12:00am
The University of Wisconsin football program will have one of the nation's leading receiving threats heading to Madison next season. Here's what to know.

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What to know about Wisconsin volleyball's Elite Eight showdown with top rival (copy)

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 12:00am
The Badgers are fired up for their nationally televised showdown in the NCAA Tournament on Sunday in Nebraska. Here's what you should know about the match "everybody wanted."

Wisconsin volleyball's 'crazy play' requires repeated viewings — even for the athlete behind it (copy)

Sun, 12/15/2024 - 12:00am
The junior middle blocker who sparked a turnaround with her stunning effort has become increasingly impactful down the stretch this season. Here's a look at her latest contribution.

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