Letters to the Editor

THE Truth Be Told, prior to the Civil Rights Movement as a young man who witnessed his 70plus years old father being called a BOY by a white man, I wanted to be white to avoid the racism that Blacks face.

I WOULD like to highlight a concern regarding the long-term residency permit. Since it has been five years, many permit holders are now renewing their permits or have already applied for renewal this year.

In today’s digital environment, timely replies to emails and phone calls are an essential part of public service. Clear and consistent communication helps ensure that community concerns are acknowledged and addressed, and it strengthens public trust in local government.

MALOU Berueco’s open letter to Delegate Kimberly King-Hinds prompts me to write about the mistreatment of lawful CNMI Long-Term Residents presently occurring and the confusion surrounding renewal of their documentation as CNMI Long-Term Residents.

BUENAS Marianas! As you may have seen, our granddaughter, Saipan’s very own Lyllian Lepinskie, is representing our island spirit all the way in Las Vegas as a finalist in a national Cox phone case design competition.

AS of January 2026, a significant shift has emerged in the Pacific. Localized environmental concerns have crystallized into a coordinated “Unified Pacific Position” involving Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa.

I AM writing to respectfully request clarification and assistance regarding an urgent issue affecting individuals under the C37 visa category.

THE National Youth Movement for the West Philippine Sea, a peaceful and transglobal organization that has been advocating for the preservation of the Philippine sovereignty and territorial integrity since 2015, strongly condemns the recent statements issued by the Chinese Embassy that directly unde…

I began learning the language in elementary school, and it helped carry me through my junior year. However, it was not offered in high school, which limited its continued impact.