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Letters to the Editor — Inauguration Day, MLK Jr., farm bill, Dallas City Council
The president we need
Re: “A Prayer For Inauguration Day — Trump’s second term cannot be like his first,” Monday editorial.
When The Dallas Morning News editorial board writes that “we need a president who can rise above the worst parts of our politics and culture,” truer words were never spoken. Unfortunately, we don’t have that president. Instead, we have Donald Trump, a man with a long history of appealing to the very worst parts of human nature.
Since it is a given based on his history that he will not rise to the occasion, my prayer is that those in positions to do so will do what they can to mitigate the damage he will cause to the nation and the world. That his successor, whoever that eventually may be, will be able to undo the worst of what Trump manages. And that Trump won’t permanently blight the soul and the spirit of America.
Tom Desmond, Plano
Pandemic derailed Trump
While I completely agree with most of your statements, there was one point I do disagree with and that is the admitted chaos of Trump’s administration was the cause of his defeat. I think the worldwide pandemic that completely derailed our economy was the main cause. Until that happened, our economy was booming with very low inflation.
There were no new wars and our borders were under control. Presidential elections are mainly about the state of the economy. Had there been no pandemic, I think Donald Trump would have easily won a second term.
Les Gregory, Frisco
Seeking mercy
As I watch President Donald Trump’s nationally televised rambling speech to his supporters at the Capitol that immediately followed the inauguration, the deeply furrowed brow of Vice President J.D. Vance, who was standing behind him, said everything. This man’s thinking is very concerning. This man’s focus is completely on himself. This is dragging on forever. This is just plain embarrassing.
In summary, we have elected a very small person to be the president of the United States. He can lead a country club, but he has no business leading this great country. I hope embarrassment is the most we have to suffer in the next four years, but I am inclined to plead for God to have mercy on us all.
Greg Redish, Dallas
Did promises ring true?
Along with a lot of you, I watched the inauguration of our 47th president. I listened to all the exalted promises that would lead to a “golden age” of America and representation for all Americans. Patriotism, nationalism and the reassurance that God was on our side and we on his were all on display.
It is my prayer and hope that it will be even partially so. I only have one question: Did it ring true?
Ted M. Moore, Dallas/Preston Hollow
It happened on King Day
It is the ultimate irony that the person who vows to end diversity, equity and inclusion programs was inaugurated as U.S. president on the very day dedicated to the memory of a person, Martin Luther King Jr., who fought and ultimately gave his life for diversity, equity and inclusion.
Ronald Briggs, Lake Texoma
Fund food programs
Re: “New Year, New Farm Bill? The incoming Congress must do better for farmers and hungry Americans,” Monday editorial.
Kudos to The Dallas Morning News for this editorial. This is a classic example of Congress kicking the can down the road. The farm bill, planned to be passed every five years, is two years past that deadline.
This farm bill covers many important areas besides those related to U.S. agriculture. Domestic programs such as SNAP (food stamps) provides food from U.S. sources for low-income families and offers food programs to feed children in school.
International programs such as Food for Peace Title II, which not only provides food from the U.S. in instances of famine, but also strengthens agricultural production in low-income countries to prevent famine from developing, is currently being attacked by the misleadingly titled, “American Farmers Feed the World Act.” This is intended to destroy Food for Peace by preventing funding of programs in these countries to improve their agricultural production and stave off famine conditions.
Since the farm bill has passed several deadlines, many of these programs have no funds. Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Dallas, on the House Agriculture Committee has tried to correct these issues but has been thwarted by the politics of our time. Texas senators and representatives, support Crockett’s effort.
Martin G. White, Dallas/Turtle Creek
Something’s rotten
Re: “Residents put city on notice — Locals urge council to reappoint officials who overstayed term,” Saturday news story.
Over 400 years ago, William Shakespeare wrote, “Something is rotten in the state of Denmark.” Well, that seems to apply to the modern-day city of Dallas. Devyani Chhetri noted in her front-page story that the chair of the Dallas Plan Commission has been on the commission since 2013, coming up to 12 years. But the city charter states that members of city commissions are limited to four two-year terms — a total of eight consecutive years.
In the same issue, Matt Bach wrote a letter to the editor noting that the Plan Commission member from District 11 does not live anywhere near the district she is supposed to represent.
Last summer, the Pepper Square Coalition addressed the Plan Commission with over 50 speakers opposed and two in favor and one of those two was the developer. A survey of over 1,000 residents had 92% opposed to the rezoning.
But, the Plan Commission approved the developer’s proposal and sent it to the City Council whose actions were delayed only by a temporary restraining order requested by the Pepper Square Coalition.
Yes, something is rotten in the city of Dallas.
Edward Stone, Far North Dallas
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The search for the next general manager or president of basketball operations of the Dallas Mavericks has begun. They terminated Nico Harrison in November, which was about nine months too late, and gave any available candidates clear notice that they were open for business.
The plan was always to wait until after the season to start the search. While names popped up as the season reached an end, they didn’t begin turning over the staff until the Monday after the season ended. However, Dallas Mavericks fans are not going to like how the team is going about the search.
Patrick Dumont Leading Search for General Manager
NBA insider Jake Fischer reported that the Mavericks are not hiring a search firm in their hunt for a new lead executive. Instead, team governor Patrick Dumont is “acting as his own point person.”
This is an… interesting decision, to say the least. Dumont is not a basketball person whatsoever, and most organizations usually hire a search firm. The Chicago Bulls hired one as they look for their replacement for Arturas Karnisovas. Just because a firm is hired doesn’t mean a team will listen, though.
The Mavericks hired a firm in their last search for a GM. They let Donnie Nelson go in 2021 after a long tenure with the Mavs. Instead of listening to the firm, though, Mark Cuban ignored it to hire Nico Harrison, who had no previous NBA front office experience. Harrison had been an executive with Nike, which gave him connections with players like Kyrie Irving, Anthony Davis, and plenty of others.
For a while, that seemed to be working out okay. While he still had some questionable transactions, such as trading for Christian Wood and letting Jalen Brunson walk in free agency, they were still able to make a run to the NBA Finals in 2024. Then, he blew it all up, trading away Luka Doncic for an older and injured Anthony Davis, and the team hasn’t been the same since.
It’s imperative that the Mavericks get this hire correct. The interim Co-GM setup with Matt Riccardi and Michael Finley has performed admirably, but the 2026 NBA Draft is important for the Mavs to get right. It’s their best chance to pair Cooper Flagg with another young star, as they don’t own their first-round pick again until 2031 after this.
Hiring the right GM could help bring in more draft capital by bringing in bad contracts or flipping veterans into picks.
Dumont was able to convince Rick Welts, a Hall of Famer, to come out of retirement to be the CEO and lead the charge for a new arena. Maybe Dumont pulls another rabbit out of his hat for the GM.
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For a moment, it looked like FC Dallas was on its way to another statement win at home tonight.
Petar Musa scored two first half goals, to extend his Golden Boot leading tally to nine goals. But after Dallas grabbed control, the Galaxy found a way back before halftime with goals from Lucas Sanabria and Joseph Paintsil.
The second half brought more chances and more frustration for Dallas, which finished the night with 13 shots to LA’s nine. In the end, the point stretched Dallas’ unbeaten run to five games, though just like last week, it felt like another match where Dallas left points on the table.
Key Moments
7’ – GOAL! After a poor pass back by a LA defender, Petar Musa was free to go one-on-one with the LA goalkeeper. After a touch to get ahead of a defender, Musa slotted home his eighth goal of the season from outside the penalty box.
21’ – Offside! Joaquin Valiente sent a floating ball over the Galaxy defense, where Musa was able to get behind the defense and make an easy play for what appeared to be his second goal of the night. The play was called offside despite a fairly lengthy review period.
38’ – GOAL! This one counts! Musa gets his second of the night off a great ball from Chris Cappis. Logan Farrington picked off the ball in the midfield. He then played Cappis wide to the left of the penalty area. Cappis immediately played a ball back across the goal for Musa to slide in and finish for his ninth of the season.
43’ – Goal LA. Lucas Sanabria got the ball near the top of the penalty area. He took a couple of touches to get outside the penalty box before firing a shot that beat Michael Collodi at the near post.
45+4’ – Goal LA. Gabriel Pec got the ball near the top of the penalty area. He pulled the ball back a bit, which caught a pair of Dallas defenders. This allowed Joseph Painstil to get free behind the Dallas defense as Pec played him through inside the penalty area. Pec immediately smashed home a shot above Collodi to tie the game.
75’ – Another offside goal. This time on a corner kick for Dallas, after a scrum in the penalty box, Kaick hammered home what looked to be the go-ahead goal. But after a few seconds the flag was raised due to a deflection on Osaze Urhoghide, who was in an offside position.
Instant Reaction
Yeah, this is another disappointing result for this team. In a real way, it felt like the first half against Houston from last month. Dallas grabbed the lead, looked in control, but some defensive miscues opened the game up for the visitors to climb back.
With a double-game week coming up, this will certainly be another game where Dallas will wonder ‘what if’ more than anything else…especially when you factor in the two goals called off for offside.
About the Subs
Eric Quill went to his bench for the first time in the 66th minute, as he brought on Santiago Moreno for Logan Farrington. Quill went to his bench again 81st minute with Ran Binyamin and Nolan Norris coming on for Sebastien Ibeagha and Deedson. The final sub came during stoppage time with Herman Johansson and Joaquin Valiente coming off for Sam Sarver and rookie Nick Simmonds, who made his MLS debut.
Man of the Match
No question about it tonight, it has to be Musa.
Where does this fit into the season
As of this writing, the draw puts Dallas into a three-way tie for 5th place with Real Salt Lake and Seattle. Both are in action right now and look firmly in control of their games. I’d expect Dallas to be in 7th place by the end of the night.
What’s next for FC Dallas
Dallas wraps up a three-game homestand next Wednesday night as they host Minnesota United.
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Akheem Mesidor selected by Cowboys by Blogging The Boys in SB Nation’s community mock draft
Akheem Mesidor, Edge, Miami
Pass rush has been an issue since the Micah Parsons trade. The Rashan Gary trade helped, but Dallas still needs an injection of talent. Akheem Mesidor fits here because his body size allows for some versatility inside and out, something DC Christian Parker utilizes. Mesidor is also a high-motor player with a deep bag of pass rush moves.
His last season at Miami was full of disruption in the offensive backfield and he shows an all-around game, not just a bend-around-the-edge pass rusher. Yes, he’s a little older than you’d like in a rookie (25), but his motor, pass rush toolbox, and ability to play the run matches up with a need and makes him a quality pick at number 20.
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