Opinion Letters to the Editor — Feeding the birds, Gov. Greg Abbott, anti-lynching bill, year-round standard time, in defense of wearing masks Readers enjoyed the article by Laura Bush on birds, call out Gov. Abbott on his recent actions, express disbelief that the anti-lynching bill hasn’t passed yet, advocate for year-round standard time and believe masks help. The sun sets as a flock of birds flies past Reunion Tower on June 30, 2020, in Dallas.(Smiley N. Pool / Staff Photographer) Feeding birds a joy Re: “Lights take a dark toll — Texans can help ensure safe passage for migrating birds,” by Laura Bush, Sunday Opinion.