Remembering Della Springer

My grandmother, Della Springer, was a prolific writer who took frequent breaks from truck farming to write poems, editorials and stories. And of course, to let readers of her weekly column know that the peas were ready to harvest or the corn was sweet enough to pick.

Little logic to open primaries

Backers of an “open primary” system in Oklahoma claim that our current election system is fatally flawed and would be better if it looked more like California’s system. That alone is a clue the proposed system is no panacea.

Facts or feelings: Which are more important?

The question posed in the title of this article refers to the coming election in November. When we cast our ballot, will we have truly examined valid information so we can make the wisest choice? No doubt many voters have already decided who they plan to vote for when they cast their ballots.

History says the Democrats deliver

Now that Biden has ceded the weight of the Democratic Presidential candidacy to Kamala Harris, we need to take stock of what he and she have accomplished together. Harris, as Vice-President, may have stepped back from the “presidential” spotlight, but much of what was accomplished bears her imprint.

Congressional candidate Wade calls out Brecheen

BARTLESVILLE – Democrat Congressional candidate Brandon Wade is calling out his Congressional opponent for his hypocrisy on the issues listed on his webpage.

Kingston hires police chief

Kingston Town Council voted to hire Shannon Beshirs as police chief during a special meeting Aug. 16.

The politics of joy over grievance

Now that the Democratic party has its new ticket in place, Kamala Harris and Tim Walz instead of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, it’s useful to compare this pairing to that on the Republican side. There are obvious differences, of course.

Humphrey comments on Bible teaching

OKLAHOMA CITY – Rep. Justin Humphrey, R-Lane, this week issued the following statement regarding a recent executive order by State Superintendent Ryan Walters to allow the Bible and the Ten Commandments to be used as historical texts in statewide public schools.

Project 2025 – The Republican plan to ‘Reform’ freedom

This article supplements Marion Hill’s article, “Project 2025: A recipe for dictatorship” (see 7.26.24 edition of the Durant Democrat.) Project 2025 is over 900 pages of radical plans for Trump to follow if he wins in 2024.

How far can a puppy hike?

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I have a 1-year-old mixed-breed puppy named “Star” who I’d love to take on Saturday hikes with me. I’m an avid hiker who can do up to 20 miles or more per day.