Not confused
Congress passes laws regulating the word “milk” May 1
The only way to ban Florida laws from names like “oat milk” or “almond milk” is by an anti-competitive overreaction of the government. All lawmakers must consider grocery shoppers to be dim. How many people accidentally buy plant-based milk? All of these bills are for plant-based product manufacturers to invest a lot of money in pointless rebranding while instigating the right vegan base.
Francis Pom of St. Petersburg
How about goat milk?
Congress passes laws regulating the word “milk” May 1
It’s disappointing to read that the Florida Legislature took a long time to regulate the word “milk.” If you’re confused about soy milk, oat milk or almond milk, welcome to the 21st century. Where were you?
The term “milk” has been used for a long time, but is cited in the dictionary to refer to liquids like white milk, such as coconut milk. No one will confuse this with something that comes from a cow. If dairy producers are worried that they are losing their business to milk alternatives, they should label their labels “milk” and promote them as such. This way you won’t be confused with plant-based milk or goat milk or milk.
CL DEA, Tampa
Roadmap
Amazon will not split new tariff costs online as White House attacks move | April 30th
“Rage” President Donald Trump reportedly called Amazon founder Jeff Bezos when he heard reports that Amazon would start listing additional tariff costs next to product prices on its website. (This report was only partially accurate.) White House press director Karoline Leavitt characterized Amazon’s actions claimed as “hostile and political acts.”
In responding in this way, the Trump administration clearly shows a blueprint for resistance. Businesses not mounted on this inappropriate trade war strategy can easily list the additional costs of each item that everyone can see. I sincerely hope that many people will choose to do so.
Terry R. Arnold, Treasure Island
Anti-fluoride message
Fla. House passes bill banning fluoride | April 30
The fluoride ban should simplify Democrats’ difficulties regarding messaging. The message is simple. Democrats need to point out that Florida Republicans support a higher dental bill for tooth decay and families. Repeat it over and over again.
Martin Peters, Tarpon Springs
Please use the words
Tampa women and children are stuck in legal purview after partners are deported | April 30th
Why does the Times have articles on immigration, and never use the word “illegal” to describe people who have come here illegally? They broke our law to come here without proper documentation. No country will allow this. We are no different either. I’m tired of people seeing and hearing about people who have come to our country illegally. Do that in the right way and apply for legal entry and citizenship.
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Honest shock
After FSU shooting, no one wants your weak prayers | line, May 1st
From her powerful title to her final sentence, Diane Roberts’ column was a shock of sincerity, boldness and clear thinking. Thank you for printing.
Kate Steinway, St. Petersburg
I need a prayer
After FSU shooting, no one wants your weak prayers | line, May 1st
At least this column was on the opinion page. The headline boldly states, “No one wants your weak prayers.” Let me say for the record, I am not obsessed with guest columnist Diane Roberts’s opinion of secular ideological. She insists that she does not want our prayers, as if the mental, social and psychological stench is not enough to addictive to our environment. This reader believes that more prayers may be the ointment needed to heal the minds and minds of a haunted society. Truly, words without action may seem insensitive, but don’t worry about Mr. Roberts, I pray for you.
Mark Campbell, St. Petersburg
I hope for Florida
$10 million was from a Medicaid settlement | April 23rd
In Florida, ethnic minorities and immigrants can get prison time to steal bicycles, but our governor can misappropriate $10 million and face accusations. He denounces the newspaper for revealing corruption. Is that what they call justice in this state?
John Bonano, Gulfport
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