Book Review: Strangers in Their Own Land
Strangers in Their Own Land: Anger and Mourning on the American RightBy Arlie Russell Hochschild Have you ever wondered why,…
What Is Our Central Sierra Continuum of Care?
Since 1981, the Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency (ATCAA) has been a huge source of support for people who are…
The Preamble to the Constitution: A Vision for a More Perfect Union
The Preamble to the Constitution summarizes the Founding Fathers’ vision for the federal government. It was fiercely debated and, in…
Overwhelmed, to Say the Least
On Saturday, June 14, our small community gathered 1,700+ strong to show the world that we won’t take the abuse…
Cuts to Medicaid and Health Insurance Subsidies: Who Stands to Lose?
It could easily be argued that President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” is anything but beautiful for the average American. This…
The California FAIR Plan – Our Only Option?
California’s insurance landscape has changed dramatically in recent years – maybe forever. While memorable slogans and jingles remain, such as…
What Is an Executive Order?
We often see executive orders mentioned in news reports, but many people don’t know what an executive order is or…
What is Project 2025?
The 2024 Republican Party Platform was essentially a catchphrase – Make America Great Again. But behind it were the writings…
Let’s Have a Conversation about the Causes of Homelessness
It was here, in our county, where an elected official remarked: “Those homeless are all drug addicts. They just need…
How To Register to Vote
Check the status of your voter registration online If you have changed circumstances, such as a new address, you may…
How to Receive Alerts of Imminent Threats and Emergency Warnings Issued by Tuolumne County
The Everbridge Alert System allows residents and visitors to receive life-saving warnings and alerts issued by Tuolumne County based on their…
How to Write a Letter to the Editor
The letter to the editor (LTE) section is one of the most widely read parts of a newspaper. These letters…
