To the Editor:

Yes, we do need a wall to protect ourselves.

A couple weeks ago a contingent of Guatemalan men and women escaping from violence stormed our southern border. They arrived accompanied by dozens of crying children armed with teddy bears. This dangerous contingent took no prisoners, except, apparently, our president, who has been ranting ever since: “We need a wall and we need it now; our southern border is under siege.” 

So, if you are as tired as I am of hearing his constant whining about a wall, may I suggest we all send in our contributions so we can make the multi-billion-dollar wall a reality. This will protect him from teddy bear brigades, and it will protect us from further whining.

Just a reminder, one billion equals one thousand millions. So, please be generous.

Paul Strop

Waynesville