To the editor:

I agree with Mr. Albert Jones Jr. about the “saggy pants ” issue (“Pull up those saggy pants,” June 11).

I am also tired of seeing men’s underwear. The last time I checked, belts and suspenders were still available for sale.

On June 13, 2011, USA Today had a little piece in the section that covers news highlights from the individual states. I thought the one from Illinois was priceless and should be adopted across the USA.

ILLINOIS; Collinsville — The City Council voted 3-2 to ban saggy pants that ride lower than 3-4 inches below the waistline of the underwear. A first offense is a $100 fine.  A second offense is a $300 fine plus 40 hours of community service.


Enough said.

Elisabeth B. Jones

Portsmouth