Offer constructive criticism, solutions

Thank God our Founding Fathers created the Constitution, the Bill of Rights and a free press so every 30 days people like Tony Moschetti (letter, April 8) can write vacuous arguments against the nefarious liberal establishment. Oh boy.

Tell us something new, Mr. Moschetti. Give us some better alternatives instead of ad hominem attacks. I am conservative on some issues, liberal on others and moderate on most, however, I try to see value on both sides of the issue. I think most Americans do.

When I listen to or read conservative pundits, there is a consistent underlying contempt for any opinion not in line with their own. There always seems to be the childish need for name-calling. They believe they can easily identify the problem but never seem to offer a better solution.

Let's have some positive discussions about the issues that affect our nation.
Let's do it with compassion and understanding without the animosity and personal attacks. I challenge Moschetti next month to write a letter that offers constructive improvements to both national and world issues.

I would not be surprised if, after careful reflection, he found himself leaning a little to the left.

Donald B. Conrad
Greensboro

News & Record
April 25, 2004