Letters to the Editor

THIS letter is to alarm our governor about the need to declare a state of emergency for medical referral purposes. We cannot afford to deny medical treatment to U.S. citizens living on Saipan. This declaration concerns human beings who are suffering and who deserve proper medical treatment. We are …

THE TRUTH of the matter is it took our nation 158 years to recognize slaves for their contribution to America with a holiday that is now being celebrated by all Americans regardless of their race. African-Americans are truly looked up-to in America by many and throughout the world with genuine admi…

I WONDER how much money the Government could save if they simply disconnected all the phones in government offices where they sit unanswered. JEANNE RAYPHAND Saipan, CNMI

CONGRATULATIONS to Ambrose Bennett and Lillian for your new civic appointment! Your personal histories and integrity are greatly needed. Yasuko and I support you and wish you well. JOHN JOYNER Kagman3, Saipan

WE have an ancient culture in American Samoa, and our heritage is very important to us here and for our people living throughout the United States. We respect our fa’a Samoa, and continue to support the ongoing efforts to ensure the preservation of the Samoan language to keep it in use for generati…

THIS is an open letter to the Honorable Shalanda D. Young, Director, Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President;  the Honorable Richard Resvesz, Administrator, Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs, Executive Office of the President; and the Honorable Bob Sivinski, Ch…

ON behalf of the family, extended family, and countless friends of our dearest Celina Tilipao Mettao Setefano, who recently passed from us, to the eternal love of Jesus Christ Our Lord, this letter is written to express our warmest thanks, sincere appreciation, and utmost gratitude, to all of the m…

MY friend, John, is one of the most inspiring people I know. He’s in a wheelchair, but he doesn’t let that define him. He’s independent, funny, and loves to have a good time. However, when it comes to accessing different facilities in our community, John faces countless obstacles.…