A roundup of editorials from newspapers in Georgia includes kudos on the decision to go ahead with the Vogtle units, a call to help those in Texas and an explanation as to why we can’t stand for a law enforcement officer breaking the law.
From the Augusta Chronicle: The decision to move forward with Vogtle units is good for Georgia and good for the nation.
2. When it comes to water, Georgians understand Texas
From the Macon Telegraph: We know what it’s like to be inundated with water. We remember Tropical Storm Alberto and our hearts go out to Texas.
3. Chivalry of Old South is not dead
From the Brunswick News: While the Confederacy died a long time ago, civility doesn’t have to follow it to the grave.
4. Remorse or not, no excuses — none
From the Columbus Ledger-Enquirer: Law enforcement cannot have a pass when one of their own breaks the law.
From the Savannah Morning News: The New Orleans-based tanker truck company employees who admitted to dumping hazardous waste into the ground of a Savannah neighborhood deserve what they get.
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