Speak up about a new Falcons stadium

Give crooked politicians an inch and they’ll kick you right between the eyes with a foot (“Reed: Project could hit $1.2B,” News, Sept. 11).

Taxpayers (other than just football fans) need to make their voices heard about the proposal to replace the Georgia Dome as the Falcons’ nest with a new stadium.

This is at a time when Atlanta schools aren’t exactly “making the grade,” MARTA service is staggering under budget shortfalls, public library budgets have been cut, etc.

Why do we need a brand-new stadium for the Falcons?

Something has changed Mayor Kasim Reed since he was elected to office.

He did not always bow so low to the “almighty dollar,” but the voice of big money seems to be whispering in his ear more and more — which means taxpayers will be heard less and less. tests, beginning with an IQ test.

Anyone who has the privilege of judging others or making rules for other people should have at least an above-average IQ.

They should be able to pass a psychological test capable of revealing their ability to have empathy for others, and not just for themselves or folks just like them.

No matter how intelligent a person is, personal bias concerning gender, race, religion or social standing can poison all their decisions.

I am not a psychiatrist and I have no idea if such tests are available or doable — but if they aren’t, they should be. promise. Barack Obama does not.