What we risk by shuttering federal programs
I never paid much attention to institutions, infrastructure, and services benefitting my life until I lived in Africa and Asia for 15 years. Returning to America with fresh eyes, I appreciated simple yet profound things: drinking clean water straight from a tap (thanks, EPA and BLM), hiking in pristine forests (thanks, Forest Service and National Park Service), voting in countless fair elections (thanks, DOJ and the Constitution).
While I valued these benefits, I rarely considered how they came to be or the federal agencies behind them. Until recently, I never thought about the scope of federal services and programs “running in the background’ and benefiting everyone regardless of political party — there when needed, but not top of mind — e.g., Medicare, after-school programs, disability assistance, tax help, and the list goes on. Yet, many federal agencies delivering them are now being destroyed, dismantled, and shut down.
I think about what we risk losing:
• If my bank overcharged me or my mortgage lender wrongfully foreclosed, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) would protect me and help get my money or home back.
• If I lived near mountains and was affected by a forest fire, FEMA would help me recover.
• If I need medications like my father, who had Parkinson’s, the NIH would have funded research on treatments, while the FDA ensured their safety.
• If I was a farmer, like my extended family, I’d benefit from agency programs such as NOAA’s weather forecasts; USDA’s crop loss assistance; or USAID, which buys American produce to ship overseas and prevent famines.
Nearly 40,000 federal workers live in Colorado, working tirelessly to provide services we often take for granted. Let’s show appreciation for them and urge our members of Congress to do the same. We must protect these federal agencies and essential services before they disappear.
Marcella Willis, Greeley
Where has the love gone?
I have been reading the paper, watching various new channels, and I cannot believe the meanness that is coming out of people, on both sides of the political spectrum. And so I question: Have we learned nothing? Where has the love gone?
In a world that seems more divided than ever, it’s natural to wonder: Where has the love gone? The kindness, patience, and compassion that once seemed abundant now feel scarce. Instead, we see anger, selfishness, and broken relationships dominating the headlines and our daily lives.
One major factor is the rise of self-centered living. With social media, busy schedules, and personal ambitions taking priority, many have become disconnected from genuine relationships. Rather than investing time in loving others, people often seek validation and fulfillment in temporary pleasures.
Another reason love appears to be fading is the growing culture of offense. We live in an age where disagreements quickly turn into divisions. Instead of extending grace and understanding, many choose to argue, criticize, or even cut people off completely.
However, love has not truly disappeared — it is simply waiting to be rekindled. Love flourishes where there is intentionality. It grows when people take time to listen, serve, and forgive. It thrives when we choose to see the best in others rather than assume the worst.
So, how can we bring love back? Start small. Reach out to a friend. Show kindness to a stranger. Choose patience over frustration. Love is not just an emotion; it is a choice we make every day.
Despite the coldness in the world, love is never lost. It still exists in the hearts of those willing to share it. The question is not where has the love gone? but rather, how can I bring it back?
Perry Wm. Bell, Greeley
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