Targeting Santa is not OK

As managing editor of the Butler Eagle, I would like to apologize for Friday’s editorial cartoon.

It was inappropriate and does not reflect our values as a family newspaper.

We thank the community members who called and shared their perspectives. While we may not always agree, we value every reader’s opinion.

We also value your support.

The American Journalism Project research shows that a community newspaper is vital to the success of a community. Stories about our neighbors pave the way for tolerance and put up roadblocks to polarization. Coverage of school boards, municipal councils and public agencies, such as courts and law enforcement, leads to government accountability.

We believe that knowing what is going on in our communities also leads to more informed citizens, engaged vot