The Marxist party (i.e.Democrats/Liberals/Socialists in America whose goals are the same as Karl Marx) has won a huge victory in America.

In this giving season, I’m so thankful we have citizens willing to serve on the City Council even though this task can sometimes be quite challenging.

With the presidential election dominating the news for the past two years, I am not sure if we Virginians are ready to turn our attention to yet another political season, but it will be upon us soon as we prepare to elect a new governor in 2009.

Tabernacle Presbyterian Church wishes to share our joy regarding the generosity of our neighbors who helped us in our Thanksgiving Food Drive.

In response to an article earlier this year in which Jim Nichols complained about not having enough customers of his farmer’s market, I must admit that I felt vindicated.

Justice in our justice system? Don’t think so!

I would like to set the record straight, so that it is clear to everyone.

First of all, I need to thank this community for all of its support in the last 26 years of the “Tim Spears Christmas Fund.” With your support, we have successfully helped thousands of children that, without us, would have very little or no Christmas at all.

Just wanted to comment on how the Democrats love the poor people.

On behalf of the Preston L. Yancey Volunteer Fire Company, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the citizens of Fishersville and the surrounding communities for their financial and physical support throughout the year.

For a person such as our mother, in the advanced stages of Alzheimer’s, something that most of us do everyday — simply walking — can be an overwhelming challenge.

A 135-percent pay raise for the mayor and Waynesboro City Council (“Mayor calls for pay raise,” Nov. 22)? Now? Are you kidding?

Is anyone else scratching their head? As I read the headline “Mayor calls for pay raise,” (Nov. 22) I had to.

An open letter to Congress:

In a Nov. 7 letter, Phil Wintry tells us that “for God’s sake” Democrats should refrain from blaming President Bush for any problems in the future.

Times are tough ... and money is tight. But if you are looking for a way to help support good organizations – without cash donations,  I would encourage you to volunteer your gift of service.

Halloween has come and gone, and with its passing has come the annual onslaught that is the holiday season.

On Oct. 16, there was a walk for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society in Charlottesville. I want to thank everyone who donated money to sponsor my brother, Eddie, and myself in this walk.

Graves should not forget others’ support

Still whining after all this time. I made a small wager with a friend that regardless of the outcome of the presidential election, Nelson Graves would find some way to take a jab at white people.

Tennis has returned to the River City. What a delightful time was had by all who participated in the Cancer Tennis Tournament held recently on the new Ridgeview Park tennis courts.

While we were waiting for the final presidential debate between John McCain and Barack Obama, I was writing this. I pray I’m wrong.

Change! The mantra of Barack Obama. I question to what.

I voted early and by absentee ballot yesterday.

“This cancellation is non-negotiable, and further opportunities for your station to interview with this campaign are unlikely, at best for the duration of the remaining days until the election,” wrote Laura K. McGinnis, Central Florida communications director for Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama’s campaign.

“[T]he 20th century,” writes Alex Carey, “has been characterized by three developments of great political importance: the growth of democracy, the growth of corporate power and the growth of corporate propaganda as a means of protecting corporate power against democracy.”

I don’t remember when the differences between two presidential candidates have been so stark.

As a 10th generation Virginian, whose ancestors settled in the Valley more than 250 years ago, and who fought, died, toiled and labored for this great country, I write this letter afraid that we will continue to take our country down the road to ruin if we do not elect Barack Obama as president. Ask yourself, are you better off now than you were four or eight years ago?

For readers still trying to get beyond the election rhetoric, I would like to share some reasons I will be voting for Barack Obama and Joe Biden:

We are indeed blessed to live in America where we have enjoyed freedom.