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![Letter writers question why members of the military would want former President Donald Trump to be commander in chief, advocate for presidential debates, and discuss the Afghanistan withdraw. Letter writers question why members of the military would want former President Donald Trump to be commander in chief, advocate for presidential debates, and discuss the Afghanistan withdraw.](https://www.pilotonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Election_2024_Trump_21132_aba369.jpg?w=132)
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Letters for Sept. 10: Why would retired or active duty military vote for Trump?
Letter writers question why members of the military would want former President Donald Trump to be commander in chief, advocate for presidential debates, and discuss the Afghanistan withdraw.
![Letter writers urge the public to consider resources before voting, argue the one-percenters pay more than enough taxes, and compare Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. Letter writers urge the public to consider resources before voting, argue the one-percenters pay more than enough taxes, and compare Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.](https://www.pilotonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/AP24191490114846.jpg?w=132)
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Letters for Sept. 9: Study America’s resources and potential distribution of them before you vote
Letter writers urge the public to consider resources before voting, argue the one-percenters pay more than enough taxes, and compare Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.
![Letter writers honor the late Jim Resolute "who played an instrumental role in establishing the Ronald McDonald House in Norfolk," advocate for speed cameras, and explain why congressional staffers need better pay. Letter writers honor the late Jim Resolute "who played an instrumental role in establishing the Ronald McDonald House in Norfolk," advocate for speed cameras, and explain why congressional staffers need better pay.](https://www.pilotonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/SJM-L-GENETHERAPY-1025-1.jpg?w=132)
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Letters for Sept. 8: Let us remember the late Jim Resolute who quietly dedicated himself to helping others
Letter writers honor the late Jim Resolute "who played an instrumental role in establishing the Ronald McDonald House in Norfolk," advocate for speed cameras, and explain why congressional staffers need...
![Letter writers encourage people to vote for democracy, argue high-ranking Democrats have been deceptive, and suggest changing the way vice presidents are selected. Letter writers encourage people to vote for democracy, argue high-ranking Democrats have been deceptive, and suggest changing the way vice presidents are selected.](https://www.pilotonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Election_2024_Transition_56512.jpg?w=127)
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Letters for Sept. 7: Vote for candidates who believe in hard work, treating others with kindness
Letter writers encourage people to vote for democracy, argue high-ranking Democrats have been deceptive, and suggest changing the way vice presidents are selected.
![Letter writers praise Rep. Jen Kiggans' support of Israel, highlight the success of green energy, and discuss the national debt. Letter writers praise Rep. Jen Kiggans' support of Israel, highlight the success of green energy, and discuss the national debt.](https://www.pilotonline.com/wp-content/uploads/migration/2023/05/03/JXSJBWWPANTVF6ZIDBRNG7ZGNM.jpg?w=135)
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Letters for Sept. 6: Rep. Jen Kiggans is right to support Israel in its fight against Hamas
Letter writers praise Rep. Jen Kiggans' support of Israel, highlight the success of green energy, and discuss the national debt.
![Letter writers urge more accountability for states that fail to protect the Chesapeake Bay, argue the inflation rate is similar to what it was under former President Donald Trump before lockdowns, and discuss Gov. Tim Walz’s military career. Letter writers urge more accountability for states that fail to protect the Chesapeake Bay, argue the inflation rate is similar to what it was under former President Donald Trump before lockdowns, and discuss Gov. Tim Walz’s military career.](https://www.pilotonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/TBS-L-BAYGRASSES-20.jpg?w=140)
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Letters for Sept. 5: Vote for candidates who support conservation of the Chesapeake Bay
Letter writers urge more accountability for states that fail to protect the Chesapeake Bay, argue the inflation rate is similar to what it was under former President Donald Trump before...
![Letter writers endorse Hampton City Council members Billy Hobbs, Jimmy Gray and Hope Harper; argue city unions should not be allowed to contribute to election campaigns; and explain how Project 2025 would impact education. Letter writers endorse Hampton City Council members Billy Hobbs, Jimmy Gray and Hope Harper; argue city unions should not be allowed to contribute to election campaigns; and explain how Project 2025 would impact education.](https://www.pilotonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/TVP-NW-HAMPTON-CITY-HALL-KW-01.jpg?w=132)
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Letters for Sept. 4: Vote for Hampton City Council members Billy Hobbs, Jimmy Gray and Hope Harper
Letter writers endorse Hampton City Council members Billy Hobbs, Jimmy Gray and Hope Harper; argue city unions should not be allowed to contribute to election campaigns; and explain how Project...
![Letter writers argue there is no reason for classified materials to be wrongly handled, point out that Vice President Kamala Harris' plans for unrealized capital gains are only for those with at least $100 million, and say Americans can't believe former President Donald Trump on abortion. Letter writers argue there is no reason for classified materials to be wrongly handled, point out that Vice President Kamala Harris' plans for unrealized capital gains are only for those with at least $100 million, and say Americans can't believe former President Donald Trump on abortion.](https://www.pilotonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Biden_Classified_Documents_98750_0e2016-1.jpg?w=132)
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Letters for Sept. 3: We must get classified materials under control
Letter writers argue there is no reason for classified materials to be wrongly handled, point out that Vice President Kamala Harris' plans for unrealized capital gains are only for those...
![Former President Donald Trump Former President Donald Trump](https://www.pilotonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/US-NEWS-HEALTH-TRUMP-FENTANYL-FACTCHECK-GET.jpg?w=132)
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Letters for Sept. 2: Listen to the people who used to work for former President Donald Trump
Letter writers oppose former President Donald Trump's bid for a second term, argue Vice President Kamala Harris should fix inflation now, and discuss football.
![Letter writers warn against lobbying groups opposing collective bargaining, argue the Competitive Enterprise Institute's opposition to regulations is really about not addressing climate change, and question what those who support former President Donald Trump are teaching their children. Letter writers warn against lobbying groups opposing collective bargaining, argue the Competitive Enterprise Institute's opposition to regulations is really about not addressing climate change, and question what those who support former President Donald Trump are teaching their children.](https://www.pilotonline.com/wp-content/uploads/migration/2022/12/16/QACSKOKXC5EQ7MYBOYMZNSYROA.jpg?w=135)
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Letters for Sept. 1: Beware of people opposing collective bargaining for Williamsburg-James City County teachers
Letter writers warn against lobbying groups opposing collective bargaining, argue the Competitive Enterprise Institute's opposition to regulations is really about not addressing climate change, and question what those who support...