Downey’s California: If You Write, They Respond

In response to Mike Downey’s June 14 column, “Proving There Is Such a Thing as Having Way Too Much Pun,” lighten up, it’s sports! His reporting was a little stiff--next time mix in a little Downey.

ART FLEISCHER

Long Beach

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Mike Downey [“It’s No Joking Matter,” June 21] might wish to stick to covering sports before venturing into the world of social criticism. I’m sure he will be able to write wonderful words about Mike Tyson’s glorious return to the ring.

KERRY DEAN WILLIAMS

Trinidad, Calif.