Rep. Weinberg has become a liability

As a Loveland resident, I’m once again left asking: How is HD51 Representative Ron Weinberg still in office? This isn’t the first time he’s embarrassed our community with his outbursts and reckless behavior. He’s become a distraction and a liability, not a leader. Even his own party deserves better, and that’s saying a lot. While details of the latest incident are still unfolding, the pattern is undeniable. Ron doesn’t represent the values of respect, responsibility or basic decency. At this point, stepping aside — even temporarily — is the bare minimum.

Or better yet, resign and save us all the cost, the drama, and the continued damage to our city’s reputation.

You’re not fit to represent anyone, not even your own party.

— Kat McManus, Loveland

School supplies help children in need

Every child has a right to an education. But homelessness can significantly disrupt a child’s education, which can have a devastating impact on their future.

Reductions in family income have created an enormous need for school supplies. When the pandemic hit, learning materials and school supplies for children became more important than ever.

Many families couldn’t afford school backpacks, much less the basic necessities to go in them.

Access to school supplies has become more critical than ever, improving student confidence and participation. School supplies level the playing field so all students are prepared to learn when the school bell rings. Students who are prepared for class perform better.

Help us provide school supplies to local children who need them the most:

• Backpacks

• Three-Ring Binders

• Spiral Notebooks

• Pocket Folders

• Pens

• No. 2 Pencils

• Colored Pencils

• Markers

• Rulers

• Safety Scissors

• Flash Cards

• Pencil Sharpeners

A quality education provides greater possibilities for students to achieve their full potential. It’s crucial to champion the dignity of our children through their education.

Please contribute online at loveland.salvationarmy.org, donate to Loveland Salvation Army, 840 N. Lincoln Ave., No. 101, Loveland CO 80537, or support us through your local King Soopers Community Rewards program.

— Olga Duvall, Loveland