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Evan Koch
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OPINION: We must do more to protect workers' lives
Sunday was a key date dedicated to American workers
OPINION: Let's talk about suicide
It’s always sad to learn of a friend’s death. But when a friend dies by suicide the news can be especially jarring.
OPINION: The fight for women's rights marches on
One hundred and three years ago this month, Febb Burn changed the course of American history.
OPINION: Keeping 2023 in perspective
This week the Kootenai County Democratic Central Committee will meet to hold its mid-year assessment of our affairs. I expect to hear a variety of opinions fro…
OPINION: Why we fight
What a beautiful place we live in! From our stunning lakes, parks and rivers, to our local events and farmer’s markets, and the exceptional teachers at our own…
OPINION: Celebrate the Democratic past
This Saturday, July 29, your Kootenai County Democrats will host The 2023 Big Blue Huckleberry BBQ.
OPINION: Common sense and a more perfect union
Last week, I discussed five ways we can overcome the social hostility that prevents many Democrats from expressing their party’s values to folks with whom we m…
OPINION: Five steps to sharing your Democratic values
I realize that through this column, and my position as KCDCC Chair, I am one of the lucky few Democrats with a platform to talk boldly about Democratic politic…
OPINION: One more launch of inspiration in the afterglow of Independence Day
As the smoke settles from another North Idaho Fourth, we are still basking in that feeling of patriotism and hope in America’s promise. We hope that you enjoye…
OPINION: A year without Roe
On June 24, one year ago, the United States Supreme Court ruled that the Constitution of the United States does not confer a right to abortion.
OPINION: Democrats deliver
While different factions within the Kootenai County GOP bicker over who is the “real conservative,” Democrats deliver on the national and local issues that rea…
OPINION: Democrats launch fundraiser for Post Falls Veterans Home
It’s hard to find a topic that 95 percent of people agree on. And yet, 95 percent of Americans believe it’s the duty of the government to support veterans when…
OPINION: Quality schools for all Idaho’s children
This past weekend, for just the second time in 50 years, I attended my high school class reunion.
OPINION: Politics is a cha-cha-cha
In the May election, Kootenai County voters approved millions of tax dollars to support levies in the financially endangered Coeur d’Alene and Lakeland School …
OPINION: Pausing to reflect on Memorial Day
On Monday, amid barbecues and sun-soaked lake outings, America will pause for a moment to remember the men and women who have died while serving in the militar…
OPINION: What did we learn, and how will it change Kootenai County?
The run-up to yesterday’s election was unlike anything we have witnessed in recent Kootenai County political history. We saw and learned a lot over these past …