Sound Off: July 14, 2026

Sun Herald readers weigh in on local and national topics.

Nolan Wells

The death of Nolan Wells stirs memories of the Mississippi lynchings of the 50s and 60s. Although there must be no rush to judgment, the incident resonates with everyone. Therefore, the parents of Nolan are to be commended for their exemplary reaction in the face of a tragedy asking for thorough and impartial review

No problem

I can’t imagine why anyone would have a problem with Nolan Wells’ parents wanting a second opinion on their son’s tragic death. Having said that, I wish that could be done without insinuating that the local officials can’t be trusted.

Out of control

This Nolan Wells situation is out of control. Al Sharpton and Ben Crump are a clown show and both weren’t qualified to work for the SPLC. They’re ambulance chasers. The young Mr. Wells was well-liked in the community and his accidental drowning is due to the rip current. Crump and Sharpton are real racists, using their stature to intimidate the good people of South Mississippi. Don’t let them get away with it.

Knowing when to retire

Sen. Mitch McConnell has fallen multiple times, he’s frozen on camera and he looks fragile. Keeping him as senator just shows being a representative for us is not the top concern.

Conflict of interest

President Trump’s sons are making big money investing in defense tech as the Trump Administration pours big money into this war. They make Hunter Biden look like an angel.

Not your job

President Trump says he has a replacement for Sen. Lindsey Graham’s seat. That’s the governor of South Carolina’s job.

UFOs

The White House is demanding the release of previously classified UFO documents. Perhaps they can save time and release them in the same batch as the unredacted Epstein files; assuming either one actually exists.

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