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NOTE: Here we post columns written by community members, city leaders and Flash staff. The opinions expressed in this section are not necessarily those held by The Flash Today. Contact information for each writer will be provided at the bottom of each column.

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The Kings and Their Makers

May 4, 2026 jhorton 0
A few weeks ago, more “No Kings” rallies were conducted across the country.  Participants were [Click for more]

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Be careful what you do to others, for they may do it to you, too

April 26, 2026 jhorton 0
Last week, Virginia’s voters chose to support a redistricting plan which could reduce the number [Click for more]

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Too Many Victims

April 20, 2026 jhorton 0
The resignations of congressmen Tony Gonzales and Eric Swalwell from the House of Representatives may [Click for more]

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Congress:  Keep Your Priorities Straight

April 13, 2026 jhorton 0
With the escalation of the war in Iran comes an escalation in talk about whether [Click for more]

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The Best Revenge

April 6, 2026 jhorton 0
Having fired Attorney General Pam Bondi, President Trump should replace her with an Attorney General [Click for more]

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Donald:  Cut Your Losses and Take Your Win

March 30, 2026 jhorton 1
President Trump should end, at least temporarily, the war in Iran by declaring victory, ceasing [Click for more]

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International Relations 101:  To Have an Ally, Be an Ally

March 23, 2026 jhorton 0
As the war in Iran and the resulting price hikes in oil continue to escalate, [Click for more]

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Getting Serious about the War in Iran

March 16, 2026 jhorton 0
As the war in Iran escalates, as the casualties mount, and as the risk of [Click for more]

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Republicans Should Vote for Cornyn in the Runoff

March 9, 2026 jhorton 1
The voters in last week’s Texas primary elections have given the Democrats the greatest opportunity [Click for more]

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At War With Iran

March 2, 2026 jhorton 0
One can only hope the United States and Israel can defeat the current Iranian regime [Click for more]

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