Letters to the Editor | April 20, 2023

I am disappointed with the agreed settlement between Fox News and Dominion Voting Systems. It would appear that the damage knowingly done by Fox in disseminating fraudulent information to millions of viewers will never be addressed, and this will leave a seed of doubt in people’s minds. Many in the Fox audience are those who will choose to believe those original statements made on Fox; statements which now have been categorically called false by the network and its show hosts. The divisiveness demonstrated by our politicians and our talk show hosts, all for personal or financial gain, needs to be stopped. It is wrong for the settlement to be the end. Why should Fox’s liability be limited to a financial settlement when its millions of viewers are left wondering what is true? Aren’t we owed an explanation for the lies, and possibly an apology, by both Fox and those who spread those lies?

Philip A. Tegtmeier Sr., Honey Brook

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It is not surprising to read that Fox News broadcast lies about the 2020 election in support of the ex-president. It is disappointing to read that the lies were supported by the executive chair to the most popular anchors, even though they had opposed them in private and showed an understanding of the facts. It is the obligation of any news organization to report and broadcast fact-based news to its viewers. Unfortunately, Fox chose ratings and dollars over journalism. This is akin to yelling fire in a crowded theater.

Jose Uribe, Upper Dublin

Professor Jonathan Zimmerman makes a compelling argument in his column regarding the pay of college adjunct professors. Low pay has been a problem (at least, a problem for adjunct professors) since at least the 1990s, if not before. There is a relatively easy solution to the problem. One simply should not aspire to want to work in an industry such as higher education if the pay really is so low. And one should not amass six-figure debt levels and then hope to land a job that pays minimum wage. After a time, the market will compensate, and wages will go up (as colleges will continue to need professors). Until then, people need to be smarter about their own choices and not apply for such jobs.

Bryan Anderson, Philadelphia, bryan.andersen@outlook.com

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Anyone who takes an adjunct teaching position with the objective of living off the salary is as delusional as someone who takes a fast-food job with the same expectation. Such jobs provide additional income or spending money, not a living wage. I was an adjunct for 12 years. During that time, folks took such positions to supplement their income, to keep abreast of changes in the profession and avoid becoming too narrow-minded, to improve their public speaking skills, to garnish their résumés, and to perform a noble public service — that is, to provide a better level of instruction than they themselves received. Adjunct teaching is not a profession, it’s a sideline.

Mike Egan, Plymouth Meeting

As the wife of a bright, loving, and generous man diagnosed with glioblastoma 19 months ago, I am incredibly thankful to The Inquirer for investigating, writing, and publishing the story of Darren Daulton and the other five Philadelphia Phillies who have died from one of the deadliest forms of cancer. Glioblastoma is an aggressive brain cancer that has an extremely low survival rate. Research into the causes and treatments of glioblastoma is very much underfunded. I hope your article will encourage the Phillies organization, their players, and fans to truly honor these beloved players by financially supporting our local hospitals’ neuro teams and the 2023 Race for Hope Philadelphia, scheduled for Oct. 14 at the Navy Yard. It’s an opportunity for all Phillies fans to step up to the plate. Donations will help save lives in our community and be a fitting legacy to cherished victims of glioblastoma.

Laura Michener Pladus, King of Prussia

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