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The tat was a reply from Jackie Michel who said Marucki was promoting a vague and devaluing generalization of secular socialism leading to divisiveness in our country. Marucki was correct in saying all religious faiths believe in a divinity, a God Creator; the simplest definition of religion, and there are many of them, is a group of people who believe in a supernatural God. I also define religion as a cult grown large.
There is a “Humanist Manifest,” one might call the [parallel to the “Ten Commandments.” Notice it is a manifest, not commandments. It is a series of principles/suggestions to live by/strive for, held in common belief among humanists.
Since there is no belief in a god, these principles don’t use the first five-- as the commandments do—with what God wants concerning obedience to him/her but gets right to the matter of human experience and relations.
Here are a few to indicate Humanists moral beliefs. “We are committed to the application of reason and science to the understanding of the universe and to the solving of human problems.” In other words, we’re on our own, each of us self-responsible. Another says, “Ethical values are derived from human need and interest as tested by experience.”
So, does this give humanists license to do anything that pleases them? NO! Here is another statement of humanist principles, “Humanists long for and strive toward a world of mutual care and concern, free of cruelty and its consequences, where differences are resolved cooperatively without resorting to violence.”
To finish briefly, humanists work to free humanity from conflict and violence and to develop community— local to global. Many polls and studies indicate humanists are more moral in belief and action than are religionists. Looking for the causes of divisiveness in our country, a large study found the top two are religion and Fox news. Look to Christian nationalism, and white fear of “others” to be among the major causes of our counties divisiveness.
History
l From page 5 trial. Justice Yesawich refused the Lincoln Landowners’ Protection Assn. a temporary injunction to prevent the county from locating a landfill to serve the northern part of the county in the Town of Lincoln.
25 years ago – sept. 10, 1997
Last week’s village of Cazenovia Board meeting saw the unveiling of six months of work.
On hand at the meeting was Doug Brackett of Environmental Design Research who presented the Streetscape plans, which if enacted, would change the look of downtown Cazenovia.
Brackett said in putting together the Streetscape plan he referred to the master plans for the village. The idea for a public square was a dominate one in the plans, Brackett said.
The area commonly referred to as Telephone and Cannon Parks was actually originally designed as a public square.
Some of it was paved for roads and parking, he said but the remainder still exists today.
The plans call for enhancing this area as much as possible. In this special area, minor changes are slated.
The understory vegetation would be cleaned up, Brackett said, and a hedge would be put along the back edge of the common park to hide parked cars.
Memorials at the square would also be moved towards the back.
“it is a public place and the memorials should stay,” Brackett said.
JIm Coufal
To the editor:
The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution urges Americans to reflect on the United States Constitution during this month’s annual observance to honor this foundational document of national governance, and especially during Constitution Week, Sept. 17 – 23, 2022.
“There are two documents of paramount importance to American history: The Declaration of Independence, which forged our national identity, and the United States Constitution, which set forth the framework of the federal government that functions to this day,” said Honorary NSDAR President General Denise VanBuren. “While Independence Day is a well-recognized and beloved national holiday, fewer people know about Constitution Week, an annual commemoration of the living document that upholds and protects the freedoms central to our American way of life.”
DAR has been the foremost advocate for the awareness, promotion and celebration of Constitution Week. The annual observance provides innumerable opportunities for educational initiatives and community outreach, two mission areas of crucial importance. By fostering knowledge of and appreciation for the Constitution and the inalienable rights it affords to all Americans, DAR helps to keep alive the memory of the men and women who secured our nation’s foundational liberties.
Look for more information about the United States Constitution at the display provided by the FayettevilleOwahgena Chapter NSDAR at the Manlius Library during the month of September. We will also commemorate Constitution Day at the Fayetteville Festival on Sept 17 at 4 p.m., with the ringing of bells and reciting the Preamble to the Constitution. The chapter is also requesting local churches, firehouses and government buildings to participate in Bells Across America on Sept. 17, 2022 at 4 p.m.
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Fayetteville-owahgeNa Chapter NsDar To the editor:
I ask my fellow residents to consider attending the Fayetteville Planning Board on Sept. 12 at 7:30pm at the Village Hall. There is an open period of public comment on the 56,000 sq. ft. supermarket proposal at 547 E. Genesee St. Please add your voice to this important process.
The SEQRA process requires consideration as to whether any elements of this proposal rise to the level of potentially significantly adverse environmental impacts. Based on the board’s past findings in similar proposals , there will be important issues to consider and public input is a key element. Sept. 12 will be a critical review of the proposal at hand.
Even if you are able to attend in person, please consider offering your thoughts and concerns prior to Sept. 12 by emailing the board at kshepardson@fayettevilleny.gov.
roBerT Polak
Fayetteville
The “6” nuggets of wedge play…
In 1980 Roger Cleveland started Cleveland Golf. He designed his rst golf club in 198182. He sold Cleveland Golf in 1990 to ski manufacturer Rossignol and worked there for ve years. Callaway Golf made him an o er…he accepted…and the rest is history, as they say. He has been designing wedges for Callaway Golf since 1997 and is considered a legend in the golf industry. His o cial title is….Callaway Golf Chief Designer. Not only is he one of the best authorities on wedge design, performance and tting, he has worked with some of the game’s best players, including Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods. His current “MACK DADDY” brand wedges have been both acclaimed and played by professional golfers world wide as well as by elite amateurs, average golfers and beginners. Regardless of your skill level in golf, when Roger speaks on the subject, we should all pay attention to what he has to say. He came up with his “6 Nuggets for Playing Wedges” last year and I thought it would be a good idea for you to compare what you do when playing a wedge shot with what Mr. Cleveland says…..
1. Your Sole Should Match Your Delivery
Whether you are a professional golfer or a complete beginner, YOU MUST HAVE A SOLE GRIND ON YOUR WEDGE THAT MATCHES THE WAY YOU HIT THE BALL. A shallow swing tends to match up with a narrow sole grind and lower bounce, while a steeper swing matches up with a wider sole and more bounce. How can you tell which group you’re in? row 4 or 5 balls down in the fairway about 30 yards and take aim at the pin. A er hitting them, take notice of your divot pattern. If you didn’t take divots, you’re a shallow swinger. If you took healthy-size divots, you’re a steep swinger. If you swing steep and don’t have time or the desire to improve your technique, try a wide sole wedge for more forgiveness. It will help reduce the amount of dig and make wedge shots a bit easier for you. If you want to shallow out your swing…read on.
2. Don’t Stop At e Ball - Slide rough It
When playing a wedge shot, Roger says your club should impact the ground FIRST with the sole of the club and then slide through the ball. Also, do not STOP at impact. What you actually want to do is, HIT AN INCH BEHIND THE BALL and let the club slide through the ball. One of the best thoughts I have is…you want to keep your width in your stance.
3. A Drill To Shallow Out Your Swing
Take your normal pitch-shot stance, then slide your trail foot back in your stance about one and a half feet. Hit the shot, letting your body react naturally. e wider stance forces you to shallow out your swing; if you’re too steep, you’ll lose your balance. If you are still taking big divots, try to engage the bounce by keeping the face of the wedge more open… pointed to the sky, through impact.
4. Find e Right Weight
Mr. Cleveland believes most amateurs play with wedges that are too heavy and many juniors and women play with hand-medown clubs that encourages chopping down on the ball. Wedges that are too heavy may cause the player to get too wristy and steep. A proper wedge tting is the best way to nd the right weight for you. If a tter is not near by, try to nd the same weight sha for your wedges that you use in your irons…or even a bit lighter.
5. If It Works, Don’t Stray Too Far
Wedge tting is great, but if you already have a wedge that works, then don’t stray too far. Make sure any new wedge you buy has a sole grind, bounce and lo that closely resembles your old gamer.
6. Lobbers Arn’t For Everyone
Most Tour professionals carry 60 degree wedges (or even higher) lob wedges, so… most weekend golfers blindly follow suit. It mostly goes to the person’s physical ability. If they’re strong, I might suggest a 60-degree wedge.If they’re a little older or not so strong, I might recommend a 56 or 58 degree wedge… max. If you struggle with your 60-degree lob wedge, don’t feel pressure to keep it. You can play with only 14 clubs in your bag… “LIFE IS TOO SHORT TO PLAY ONES THAT CAUSE FRUSTRATION AND POOR SHOTS” Roger Cleveland
Perry Noun is the former executive director of the Northeastern NY PGA as well as a competitive amateur golfer and winner of the New York State Super Senior Amateur Championship. Perry Noun can be heard on “Tee Time With The Pronoun” on... News Radio 570 WSYR and 106.9FM.
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