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Sound Off for May 17, 2016

Steamboats?

People protested oil refineries in Washington state and New York this past weekend. How did they get there?

It’s on Ryan

While it's important for Trump to get along with Paul Ryan, it's more important that Ryan learn to get along with the one candidate in touch with conservative voters.

Name the sum

If John Darr becomes sheriff again without opposition, there is no need for the CCG to present him with a budget, as the concept has no meaning for him. Simply give him a blank check.

’90s replay

Secretary Clinton announces if elected she will put Bill in charge of the economy. And so we are voting for her why?

Fire away

A Florida man shot his brother to death in an argument over a cheeseburger. Another victory for the gun lobby.

Start at home

Stop complaining and start being responsible. If you won't teach your children, their teachers can't. Nothing was ever built with a wrecking ball, so stop tearing everyone else down and be a parent.

Basic needs

I wish someone — anyone — would take care of CCG general government employees the way Chief Boren takes care of his officers. Is that too much to ask?

Wrong zone

Barksdale's political views and hat definitely match the local culture — if you live in NYC.

This story was originally published May 16, 2016 at 4:30 PM with the headline "Sound Off for May 17, 2016."

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