Readers sound off on U.S. jingoism, crossing guard cuts and the NYC speed limit

Los Altos, Calif.: I write to express my deep concern about the staggering national debt and the factors contributing to its alarming rise. I believe it is essential to question the excessive spending on unnecessary wars that not only drain our resources but also exacerbate global hostility and instability.

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