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Letter: Focus on issues, not pledge

By Kim Hamlik, Vancouver
Published: January 21, 2025, 6:00am

It’s hard to understand how Councilor Wil Fuentes can claim to represent Clark County while attempting to erase a long-standing tradition like the Pledge of Allegiance. His proposal isn’t about inclusion or saving time — it’s about tearing down the ideals that unite us. Fuentes needs to stop undermining American values and focus on solving the problems his constituents care about.

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