Go to main contentsGo to main menu
Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 5:57 AM

Opinions

Engage with diverse voices in Lexington, VA – The News-Gazette's Opinion page offers insightful perspectives on local and regional issues.

Reset
Ben Cline’s Endorsement Of Trump Praised
Ben Cline’s Endorsement Of Trump Praised
Jan. 12, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette: Liberals this week were very about Rep. Cline’s endorsement of Donald Trump. The concern in coming out of Lexington was palpable. Really just off the chart concern… Let me tell you what those of us in the real world are concerned about. We can’t afford groceries. Food prices are over 20% higher than 2020. The Biden administration has spent more money in the first three years of a presidency than any in American history. Where did this money come from? The Federal Reserve printed it, ballooned the money supply, and created the worst inflation crises in our lifetimes. 01/16/2024 11:00 PM
Immigration ‘Invasion’ Occurring At Border
Immigration ‘Invasion’ Occurring At Border
Jan. 10, 2023 Editor, The News Gazette: I am thankful to N-G columnist Glenn Rose for reassuring us that there is no immigration crisis at our borders. During the last three years, according to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), over 6 million illegal immigrants have entered the United States from countries around the world. Data from the U.S. Border Patrol and Office of Field Operations show that the average number of encounters under the current administration reached totals of approximately 189,000 per month, more than three times higher than the average of 51,000 per month under the previous administration. 01/16/2024 11:00 PM
Out Of The Past
Out Of The Past
50 Years Ago 01/16/2024 11:00 PM
Journalism And Ai
Journalism And Ai
Ink Spots 01/16/2024 11:00 PM
King’s Words Still Resonate
King’s Words Still Resonate
On the 95th anniversary of the birth of Martin Luther King Jr. this week – nearly 56 years after his death – we continue to celebrate the legacy of this great American and civil rights leader. 01/16/2024 11:00 PM
Thoughts On Trump’s Candidacy
Thoughts On Trump’s Candidacy
Jan. 8, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette: Can you recommend a candidate? 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
‘Let’s Build Those Walls And Put An End To The Tragedy’
‘Let’s Build Those Walls And Put An End To The Tragedy’
Jan. 8, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette: I am writing in response to Mr. Carl Pattison’s letter to the editor published Dec. 27 and Mr. Rose’s column published Jan. 3 regarding immigration. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Rose Column Appreciated
Rose Column Appreciated
Jan. 8, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette: Thanks to Glenn Rose for his column “The Real Threat.” 01/09/2024 11:00 PM    1
BLM Support Questioned
BLM Support Questioned
Jan. 4, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette: First of all, I want to thank The News-Gazette for being fair and balanced. I have been reading The News-Gazette for some time; they report on all sides of the news. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Alumni Urge LSB To Consider LGBTQIA+ Students
Alumni Urge LSB To Consider LGBTQIA+ Students
Jan. 2, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette: The letter that follows was sent to Lexington City School Board members and was signed by 38 RCHS/LHS LGBTQIA+ alumni, 37 supporting RCHS/LHS alumni, and 27 supporting community members. Visit tiny.cc/Dec23 letter for the full list of signees. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Legislation Sometimes Has Unseen Consequences
Legislation Sometimes Has Unseen Consequences
Jan. 2, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette: Those that have listened to the goings-on in Richmond over the past few years have heard all the discussions of the Virginia Clean Economy Act and the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Political Signs Removed Promptly
Political Signs Removed Promptly
Jan. 2, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette Congratulations to all of the candidates in these last local elections, winners and losers. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Veneration Of Lee, Jackson Challenged
Veneration Of Lee, Jackson Challenged
Jan. 4, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette: I am writing to express my deep concern regarding the continued veneration of Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson by the Sons of Confederate Veterans, the Daughters of the Confederacy and their comrades. While I respect the importance of understanding our nation’s history, it is imperative that we critically assess the actions of historical figures, particularly those who chose to betray their oath to uphold and defend the Constitution of the United States. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Attendance Encouraged For MLK Parade
Attendance Encouraged For MLK Parade
Jan. 3, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette: The CARE Rockbridge Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Community Parade has for the past seven years brought us together in our fight for justice and the common good. As we prepare for a new year, we ask that you mark your calendars for our eighth annual community parade on Jan. 15, stepping off at 10:30 a.m. in front of Randolph Street United Methodist Church, at 118 S. Randolph St. in Lexington. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Concerned About Cline And His Support Of Trump
Concerned About Cline And His Support Of Trump
Jan. 8, 2024 Editor, The News-Gazette: Worryingly, Rep. Ben Cline seems to be losing his grip on reality. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
General Assembly Returns To Work
General Assembly Returns To Work
The 2024 session of the Virginia General Assembly convenes today. With divided government in Richmond, we are optimistic that the narrow Democratic majorities in the state Senate and House of Delegates will be able to work cooperatively with their Republican colleagues in each chamber and Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin. 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
Out Of The Past
Out Of The Past
50 Years Ago 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
The High Bill Coming Due
The High Bill Coming Due
America has an extremely high bill that is g rowi ng at an exorbitant rate that when it comes fully due will take a high cost in both treasure - and blood! 01/09/2024 11:00 PM
United States Government ‘Cannot Be Insurrected’
United States Government ‘Cannot Be Insurrected’
Dec. 29, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: Arguments over whether Donald Trump attempted to insurrect the American government has now exceeded the normal limit on how long reasonable people should continue to pleasure themselves with fairy tales. 01/02/2024 11:00 PM
Concerned Residents Form Maury River Group
Concerned Residents Form Maury River Group
Dec. 29, 2023 Editor, The News-Gazette: Rockbridge area residents and visitors expressed deep concern over the heavy sediment and bright green algae seen in the Maury River throughout August 2023. These environmental threats to life in and along the river resulted from the extended, high-volume release of water from Lake Merriweather. The release was undertaken in anticipation of dredging activity projected for the fall of 2023. 01/02/2024 11:00 PM    1
The Real Threat
The Real Threat
The immigration situation at our souther n border has become a pol it i cal football for people who see it as a way to retain their power and, for one individual, a way to regain power following his failed attempt to violently overthrow our Constitution. 01/02/2024 11:00 PM

Subscribe to the N-G Now Newsletter

* indicates required

Intuit Mailchimp

Lexington News Gazette
thenews-gazette.com