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My Turn
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MY TURN: AI writing and beyond
Last week, I wrote 269 words for the back cover of a book I recently completed. After some edits, I thought it was…
MY TURN: Idaho Republicans — caucus for Haley?
I'm asking Idaho Republicans statewide to caucus for Nikki Haley on Saturday, March 2. No, I do not think that she will wrest the GOP nomination from Donald Tr…
OPINION: North Idaho Republicans: Guided by Lincoln’s legacy
A Lincoln Day statement of principle, community
MY TURN: 'Firmly against barbarism'
Over the last four months the State of Israel has once again been fighting a war for its survival. No civilized person was untouched by the barbaric attacks by…
MY TURN: Support for preserving downtown Cd'A
On Jan. 31, 2024, City Council member Dan Goodkin wrote an opinion piece regarding the recent approval of a Marriott Hotel contemplated for downtown Coeur d'Al…
MY TURN: Idaho GOP caucus ignores voices of men and women fighting for freedom
As a retired Navy Chief Warrant Officer who dedicated over two decades of my life to serving in the military, I find myself deeply troubled by recent developme…
MY TURN: Stormy CLN Trustees
Burst pipes during January’s freeze caused significant flooding at Athol and Post Falls libraries. The buildings are closed while staff members assess and document damage to facilities and collections.
MY TURN: Think resiliently, Kootenai
We live in interesting, unprecedented times. A cursory review of recent Coeur d'Alene Press archives reveals an array of concerning headlines: The Rules of War…
MY TURN: 'Relationships are not built by political parties'
This country was built by immigrants. Some were forced here. Some came of their own free will. But with the exception of our Native American population, our descendants all pretty much showed up on a boat. That inc…
MY TURN: Homeless solutions sought
Kudos to Lynn Fleming for outlining the huge money pit that Ignite has dug for taxpayers. Now, here is the rest of the story: Unless we want to see Spokane and Coeur d’Alene turn into Los Angeles and San Francisco,…
MY TURN: 'Warming many hearts'
“Civilized societies take care of the less advantaged." An oft mentioned quote, cited by a local elected official.
MY TURN: A City & ignite cda Vision for the Atlas Mill Site
ignite cda held a workshop with the Coeur d’Alene City Council and the Coeur d’Alene Planning Commission to provide an update on the Atlas Mill site project, and to refresh memories regarding the City’s and ignite …
MY TURN: Standing by Pastor Paul
I’d like to take the opportunity to respond to the Jan. 17 editorial, “Who knew reconciliation is evil?” The editors took aim at my friend and fellow pastor Paul Van Noy of Candlelight Christian Fellowship. While t…
MY TURN: ignite cda and Atlas Mill
The ignite cda pledge “We want what You Want” was holding its own on the Urban Renewal Districts for the Lake and River. We certainly received a balance of Pub…
MY TURN: Human rights task forces urge legislators to vote no on bills
The Boundary, Bonner, Kootenai and Latah County Human Rights Task Forces in North Idaho, with a combined membership of over 1,500 people, stand united against two dangerous bills currently in the Idaho State Affair…
MY TURN: Winning the race, losing the gold
A couple of friends asked if I would join them to watch the movie “Boys in the Boat.” Having spent most of my life on the East Coast, this movie was not partic…