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December 9, 2012

Letters to the Editor: Dec. 9, 2012

Anonymous The Kokomo Tribune Sun Dec 09, 2012, 12:41 AM EST

People of conscience need Donnelly’s help

Hobby Lobby is facing large fines from the federal government beginning in January because it refuses to provide coverage for abortifacients to its 13,500 employees. We appeal to Sen.-elect Joe Donnelly to make good on his commitment as a pro-life Democrat.

We hope that Sen.-elect Donnelly was unaware of the consequences of his support for the law he voted for called the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, and that he will now push for protection for the consciences of fellow Hoosiers.

We know it may be difficult to stand alone if necessary, but we pray that Mr. Donnelly will be emboldened to do so.

The current smokescreen – that federal tax dollars will not pay for abortion drugs – is just that, a smokescreen. The government requiring businesses to pay for abortion drugs is certainly no better. Such

political ploys may divert criticism, but they suggest a deceptive and dishonest manner of governing.

We urge Mr. Donnelly to use the weight of his influence to protect those humans conceived but not yet born. Our religious convictions AND our scientific understanding of the human body are why we do not consider these drugs to be conducive to healthy living.

One of our former presidents wrote, “To compel a man to furnish contributions of money for the propagation of opinions which he disbelieves and abhors, is sinful and tyrannical”; and “All tyranny needs to gain a foothold is for people of good conscience to remain silent.”

David and Ann Ihms, Kokomo and 42 co-signers

Give your children ‘the ultimate gift’

I remember when I was a child, wanting all the coolest toys for Christmas. Now, as a parent, I love giving presents to my kids.

I also now realize the most precious gift ever given to me was and continues to be Christ. Without our precious Lord, we would never be able to give our children eternal value.

Christ was born for us, died for our sins (not his), rose for us, and now prepares a place at his father’s table for us.

This Christmas, give your children the ultimate gift! Share Christ with them. The only gift that truly keeps giving.

Remember, without Jesus, we can accomplish nothing. Happy birthday to our Lord and Savior, and thank you for giving me a chance at eternal life.

Joe Gardner, Kokomo

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