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Letter from Carol Waller

Bauer’s Vote Was Brave

When I see courage and bravery on display, I have to admire it. My father was an Iwo Jima Marine and also served during the Korean War. Later in life he ventured back to Iwo and took his two grandsons. It wasn’t until then that we learned about his personal bravery and courage. His unit earned the Presidential Unit Citation and he was awarded the Bronze Star. So, I believe in honoring our veterans. I certainly honored my Dad.

Personal courage and a brave stand was exhibited by Village Trustee Hanna Bauer this week with her vote on the controversial banner proposal. Hanna has expressed her reasoning and it is sound, but she could have also decided to vote the other way if her thoughts were of that direction. This was a very complex and emotional issue.

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