Regarding the policy on religion and political speech at our senior centers, I agree with the policy of the Lewis County Seniors Board of Directors.
Seniors of all faiths, agnostics and atheists should not have to listen to the prayers or religious beliefs of others while using the senior centers. We have churches, synagogues and mosques for those activities. Political speech should also be discouraged. Our local and national media have been fanning the fires of political hate speech to the extent that people are liable to pull out a gun and start shooting if they disagree.
Seniors want a sanctuary where they can relax, have fun playing cards or pool, enjoy lunch together and brag about their grandchildren while not being subjected to uncomfortable situations.
Paul Downing
Centralia
