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NewsChicago Sun-TimesJuly 17, 2026Illinois

Letters to the Editor: Downtown behavior, soccer, and school milk

This collection of letters to the editor covers three distinct topics: a request for teenagers to be more considerate in shared downtown spaces, a personal reflection on the growth of soccer, and a critique of the USDA's decision to reintroduce whole and 2% milk in school lunches.

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Why It Matters

The USDA's policy change regarding milk in school lunches directly impacts the nutritional options available to students in federally funded school meal programs.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. Department of Agriculture has decided to reintroduce whole and 2% milk into school lunch programs.
  • The author of the letter regarding school nutrition argues that plant-based milk alternatives are more inclusive for students who are lactose-intolerant.
  • The author regarding downtown spaces suggests that teenagers should avoid blocking sidewalks to reduce friction with other pedestrians.
  • FIFA is identified as the Fédération Internationale de Football Association.
  • Letters to the editor for the publication must include a full name, neighborhood or hometown, and a phone number for verification.
  • Letters to the editor are limited to a maximum of approximately 375 words.

Who's Mentioned

organizationFIFA“The international governing body for association football.”personMatthew Alschuler“Author of a letter regarding school nutrition.”personAnne Alt“Author of a letter regarding teen behavior in downtown spaces.”organizationU.S. Department of Agriculture“The federal agency responsible for the decision to bring whole and 2% milk back ”personMichael Pavilon“Author of a letter regarding soccer and FIFA.”