I like her, but she talks way too much

DEAR HARRIETTE: My best friend talks way too much. I personally happen to like how much she talks, but it does make me nervous about bringing her around other people. My other friends aren't as chatty as she is. I don't want things to get awkward when I invite my best friend around my other friends.

National unity is in jeopardy

In December 1833, a young man from Chester, N.H., moved to Washington to take up a position as a clerk in the House of Representatives, spending his first day touring the city with Rep. Franklin Pierce, who later would become president and a profoundly divisive figure in the country.

Two words that could propel Dems.

The Democrats are in a real mess. Moderates and liberals are sniping at each other with the same animosity they usually aim at Republicans.A breaking point came after liberals torpedoed a House vote on a $1.

Messy reader needs help clearing clutter

DEAR HARRIETTE: I am so embarrassed. One of my dearest friends came to town, and we went out for brunch in my neighborhood. Afterward, we took a walk and ended up near my house. She asked if she could use my bathroom, and I had to say no. My house is a total mess.

Habits are important to a happy life

I am a person of generally good habits, which is why it is puzzling when I acquire a bad one.Habits are probably the most important thing when it comes to having a happy life. I eat things that make me feel good and are good for me. I take my long walk every day.

CLINTON’S HISTORY 10, 20, 30 AND 50 YEARS AGO

30 YEARS AGO● Grants from the Clinton Public School Foundation were celebrated with balloon bouquets at Clinton High School and Southwest Elementary.

Thank for publishing Kathryn Jean Lopez column in CDN

Dear Editor,I’d just like to thank you for continuing to include Kathryn Jean Lopez in your editorial section of the Clinton Daily News.

Saluting flag noticed, appreciated

Before the Clinton High School football game at Chickasha last week, Clinton Daily News Sports Editor Adam Ewing captured a picture of the Red Tornado team captains with their helmets off and their right hands placed over their hearts during the playing of our national anthem.

Unafraid of going their own way

Remember the media cheers for Sen. John McCain when he stopped the effort to repeal Obamacare? McCain was a Republican frustrating a Republican policy goal, which was enough to earn the highest praise in some media circles.

There are more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions

Dear Doctor: I understand that there may be a connection between rheumatoid arthritis and your gut microbiome. I'm newly diagnosed with RA, so I'm very interested in learning more about that.