We still have a lot of growing up to do
I was interested in the column “Enforcing penalty saves lives” (Opinion, April 26), in which another attempt was made at justifying the death penalty.
If killing is against the law, then how is it OK to use killing as punishment?
It makes no sense to me. This would be like convicting someone of arson, then burning down their house as punishment.
The death penalty does nothing but show that we still have a lot of growing up to do in this country.
Jim OHare, Smyrna
Isakson, Boxer, others should be commended
It was quite refreshing to read “Isakson, Boxer a team of opposites” (News, April 22).
I’m glad that Sens. Johnny Isakson and Barbara Boxer are able to work together, even as they agree to disagree most of the time.
I’m tired of the polarization that our politicians and legislators have imposed on our government and country.
They should set the example of being able to work together, regardless of political party, for the benefit of all — not just a segment of the population.
Too many politicians pander to their constituents because they’re only thinking about getting re-elected. They don’t even try to negotiate or compromise with the legislators of the “other” party. Kudos to Sens. Isakson, Boxer and all the others who are not afraid of reaching across party lines!
Maria Acevedo, Marietta
Neighorhood around Dome needs the help
“Single stadium sought” blared across the front page of the AJC recently (News, April 26). However, let’s view one strand of reality.
The Falcons play a certain number of regular-season Georgia Dome games, with the possibility of a playoff game. Therefore, a retractable roof may only be open four to five times per year. No one wants to sit outdoors in the heat of September, the bitter cold of a night game in December or during cold, rainy day games.
Also, the money that the Georgia taxpayers would pay to fund a stadium can be put to much better use. Have you seen the neighborhood around the Dome lately?
Don White, Atlanta
Amid debts, would bit of austerity be in order?
Would it be called “crony capitalism” when several millions or more in tax dollars are used to build a new stadium with a retractable top for the Falcons?
This organization’s average pay-per-worker must rank among the highest in the country. Occupy Wall Street demonstrators, take note.
With government debts exceeding $1 trillion annually and unfunded future payouts (pensions, Social Security, Medicare, etc.) in the trillions, would a little austerity be in order?
Jim Rust, Atlanta
