Kudos to Alexander for pollution stand
From the Times Free Press: “Alexander resists GOP, backs pollution rules” (June 16).
What refreshing news! Accurate or not, it is the impression of people I talk to that most members of Congress vote as they are ordered to by party leaders, not according to their own analyses of issues. If this is true, why should we pay attention to campaign promises — the candidate will probably do as he is told, regardless of what he thinks.
Sen. Alexander should be complimented for “breaking ranks” and ignoring a $400,000 TV attack by voting to support stricter pollution controls on coal-fired power plants. This is a vote in favor of our health and economic future. If only more Congress members had this much independence we might have a better government.
DAN AUDA
Sawyer made mark on the Food Bank
As the founding chairman of the Chattanooga Food Bank, I am proud and amazed of the achievements of retiring director Clare Sawyer. When we began the Food Bank some 30 years ago, none of us could imagine the great success it has become today. It is, in my opinion, one of the very best examples of a sustainable nonprofit business. If only our first director, Bill Johnson, were still alive to see what Clare and her enthusiastic team have made of our humble beginnings. We should all be proud of this great organization and the great work they do every day for our community. Congratulations, Clare, a job well done!