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Recent Editorials
- Sovereign Immunity
- Wes Allen, February 4, 2010
- The US government claims "Sovereign Immunity" against a class-action lawsuit of Viequenses which claims the military is responsible for health problems on the island.
- My 2 Cents Regarding Haiti
- Vincent Tozzi, January 18, 2010
- Vieques responds to the devastating Haiti earthquake with solidarity and an outpouring of donations.
- Freedom of the Press
- Glenn Curry, January 14, 2010
- "Freedom of the press" has for so long been so basic to our democracy that we often take the concept for granted. Newspapers protect us, unite us and enrich our lives.
- Over-Enforcement in Paradise
- Wes Allen, December 20, 2009
- Federal agents are using checkpoints on the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge. While legal, these roadblocks may not be necessary, effective or appropriate.
- Military Clean-up and Contamination
- Robert Rabin, December 14, 2009
- The recent presence of the international scientists on Vieques adds one more point to a healthy chronology of events this year that strengthen the continuing struggle for justice and peace here, in favor of environmental clean up and solutions to our health crisis.