Viewpoints

Mayoral Candidate, Maggie Campbell, responds to critics

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October 16, 2011

This Viewpoint was written by Maggie Campbell, candidate for Mayor of Palmdale. Campbell is writing in response to a story published in The AV Times on 10/14/11. Read the story here. I will address the issue of a Palmdale Police Department in more details at the political debate scheduled later this month. I just...
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Reader: Fear and paranoia to prison release is not the answer

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October 12, 2011

This Viewpoint was written by Palmdale resident and Public Speaker Abdul Majeed Askia. The nature of this writing is in response to the fear and paranoia many may have to the eventual release or re-entry of thousands of ex-cons, parolee’s, ex-prisoners — in short, human beings who made a mistake or bad choice — back...
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Reader: Building a power plant in Palmdale was never a good idea

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September 25, 2011

This Viewpoint was written by Palmdale resident Maggie Campbell. I am opposed to the power plant for many reasons. There are too many risks and there is no benefit to the people in Palmdale. My research has led me to believe that the people of Palmdale have been deceived. It’s time we know the...
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Reader: Cities’ attack on Section 8 is not about fighting fraud and crime

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September 23, 2011

This Viewpoint was written by Palmdale resident Pharaoh Mitchell. In the debate about the Section 8 program in the Antelope Valley, facts have been hard to come by. That’s because of all the hot air coming from elected officials who should know better. Average residents need to look harder at what’s really happening. So...
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Reader commends Lancaster City Council’s stand on prayer

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September 15, 2011

This Viewpoint was written by Lancaster resident Gary Robison. This country was founded on Christian values and beliefs. The separation of church and state does not mean that the state cannot pray. It means the state cannot create a state run religion. I refer to the 1st amendment. The first amendment to the United...
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What’s Your Viewpoint?

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September 15, 2011
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We want to hear from you! The Viewpoint page is open for opinions on topics and issues that affect the Antelope Valley community. To submit your viewpoint, simply send a letter to viewpoints@theavtimes.com. Here are some useful tips on how to write an effective Viewpoint and increase your chances of being published. 1. Be...
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