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OPINION: Crapo may see a higher profile
In the 40 years that I have known Sen. Mike Crapo, he has never bragged about his having great power or influence …
MY TURN: Christian Nationalism is not Christian
Deborah Rose recently wrote a My Turn that served to confuse the issue of Christian Nationalism and its varied definitions. Her mixture of truth and error was anything but helpful.
OPINION: A short history lesson for Moon and Labrador on ranked-choice voting
The opponents of Proposition 1, the Open Primaries Initiative, have been making uninformed claims about this game-changing voting reform. Dorothy Moon, the hea…
OPINION: You might be a Democrat if …
Do you think Idaho needs less culture war legislation? You might vote for a Democrat.
Trifecta of generations at Kootenai Health
At 9:27 p.m. Sept. 27, I was promoted from grandma status to that of great-grandma! Receiving his first bold-face mention on the pages of the local newspaper i…
Americans flunking out on civics
Some states taking steps to shore up basics for good citizenship
Another big hurricane season and our first frost
It’s been another unusual season for tropical storm and hurricane activity. Last Thursday, a very strong Category 4 hurricane, Helene, hit the Big Bend region …
HUCKLEBERRIES: Trial by fire
Marty Knapp doesn’t need the graphic reminders of 9/11 to understand the dangers of firefighting. The retired Coeur d’Alene fire captain experienced them first…
MY TURN: Proposition 1: A realistic solution for all Idahoans
In Idaho, we pride ourselves on fairness and justice; and making sure every voice is heard.
OPINION: Health-care mess is too big for Congress
Sens. Mike Crapo of Idaho and Ron Wyden of Oregon have more common ground than most Republicans and Democrats, given the fact that they represent neighboring w…
OPINION: Evaluating polls
In the run-up to the November election we are bombarded by polls allegedly telling us how the candidates are doing. Results often vary widely which makes it co…
MY TURN: Brent Regan’s DEI Smokescreen: The Real Problem at NIC is Greg McKenzie’s fiscal catastrophe
Brent Regan’s recent column attacking Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) at North Idaho College (NIC) is a cheap distraction from the real issue: Greg McKe…
MY TURN: Christian nationalism is not Christianity
The Christian nationalism movement has gained influence and momentum over the past decade locally, statewide and nationally. Under the influence of this moveme…
Square dancing through the ages
During winter months as a kid, I remember going to square dances with my family at the Mica Flats Grange. I loved getting to stay up late, dancing with family …
OPINION: Abortion misconceptions
It’s time to bluntly address a common misconception many Republicans have about abortion. Let’s be clear: abortion is not recreational birth control for the se…
OPINION: The David vs. Goliath fight over state funding of religious education in Idaho
Most Idahoans would agree with Thomas Jefferson’s observation that “the government closest to the people serves the people best.” In fact, that nugget of wisdo…