Honest debate requires scrutiny of sources

Dear editor, I wish to comment on Mr. Arthur Pena’s June 25 Your Turn commentary “Questioning authority, in the spirit of truth-seeking.” Mr. Pena correctly points out the public’s right to challenge arguments that cite the Bible when the subject is public policy and those who “argue from the authority of the Bible” should expect such challenge and should be prepared to defend their views. Honest debate on public policy deserves scrutiny of the sources of both sides of the argument.

Alex Varga / Napa

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