In 1959, a young fan had a magical encounter with Giants legends Willie Mays, Willie McCovey, and Orlando Cepeda. The fan, now reflecting on Willie Mays’ recent passing, cherishes the memory of meeting these baseball icons. Meanwhile, a fire destroyed a housing project in Middlefield Junction, but the county’s commitment to rebuilding shows progress in providing affordable housing in the area.
A reader criticizes the use of land for an affordable housing project in Alviso, arguing that the 780 units on 3.2 acres should be increased to address housing issues. They compare the density of this project to the redevelopment of Pleasant Hill Golf Course, highlighting the need to build more housing to address the homelessness crisis. Another reader expresses frustration with Google’s search algorithms, which prioritize answers over sources, hindering research efforts.
One reader praises the option to receive digital voter guides instead of printed copies, emphasizing the financial and environmental benefits of reducing paper waste. Finally, a reader questions why North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum, a Stanford Business School alum and successful entrepreneur, would align himself with President Donald Trump as a vice presidential candidate. They urge Burgum to reconsider for the sake of his legacy and the country.
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https://www.mercurynews.com/2024/06/27/letters-1777/