Self-Reliance Is the Key to Paradise

I loved Bob Sipchen’s article on “Rangers in Paradise” (May 21). His writing was sensitive, witty and informative. His topic was a real highlight.

We definitely do need more self-reliance. It is what made America great. If we want to stay on top and be proud as a nation and as individuals--also, if we wish to be free--we must be self-reliant instead of always looking elsewhere for the blame and solution to our problems.

VIRGINIA CHRISTIANSEN

San Diego