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Sound Off for June 10, 2016

Objects of worship

Both atheists and religious people believe in a supreme being. Religious people look up to heaven; the atheist looks into the mirror.

Master plan

OK, conspiracy theorists: Frump will throw the election by insulting every demographic, fulfilling his promise to Bill Clinton about getting Hillary elected. Hillary will pardon Frump for tax evasion and fraud related to Trump University.

Want to put it that way ... here?

Our right to own guns isn't only for self-defense or hunting. An armed populace prevents tyranny. If such unfortunate circumstances ever arise again, we'll be able to kill soldiers to preserve freedom and liberty.

They’re artists, not physicians

Fentanyl is a extremely powerful pain killer which has taken away Michael Jackson and now Prince. Why do these talented musicians feel they can administer it to themselves with no fear of overdosing?

Controlling power

A gay historian in Milan analyzed the church’s meddling in Italian affairs this way: “Consider the Catholic Church our NRA.”

Subcategory

Over 600,000 violent crimes were committed against Texas citizens during the past 8 years. That may seem small until you find out that doesn't include crimes committed by other citizens, only by illegal aliens.

This story was originally published June 9, 2016 at 10:00 AM with the headline "Sound Off for June 10, 2016."

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