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Re: the letters on diversity in democracy of Feb. 9 and 16.

When there are over nine hours of public appearances and reams of correspondence for a public hearing on a proposed development in the Swan Lake area, there must be a valid reason. The overwhelming majority of local residents rejected the proposal as presented.

Re: the article on UVic students struggling with food insecurity.

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How do grocery chain CEOs square skyrocketing prices with massive profits?