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OPINION: Idaho’s role in preserving the Electoral College
Tuesday, Dec. 17, marked a historic day at the Idaho State Capitol, as the state’s four electors cast their votes …
EDITORIAL: Dalton Gardens right to lower speed limit
Some drivers are in a frenzy to get where they’re going, even when they really have no reason to be in a hurry. That’s why they get impatient behind drivers who are adhering to the speed limit, or why they become a…
ENGLISH: Not the national language
For those who are annoyed when languages other than English appear in a public space in the United States, let me note that…
OPINION: Protecting Idaho’s business community from federal overreach
In Idaho, we take immense pride in being the least regulated state in the nation, which has led to unprecedented economic growth and job creation. The federal …
EDITORIAL: Your obligation is to fill vacated council seats
When an elected official resigns their council seat, that vacancy is filled by mayoral appointment, requiring confirmation by a majority of the remaining council members.
MUSIC CLASS: The more you know
On Nov. 29, George Silva wrote a letter about a humanities course offered at Harvard University, “Music 1: Introduction to Western Art Music, From Bach to Beyoncé.” He asked about the course’s value and wondered if…
POLL WATCHERS: Thanks for your vigilance
We want to thank all the thousands of poll watchers. They were watching the Nov. 5 election very closely this time! Nothing like the very poor pole watching that was in the 2020 presidential election. So glad to he…
MOTHER EARTH: Thank you
At a time when the citizen-caretakers of Planet Earth are tragically divided, how about a universal prayer with something in it for everyone?
OPINION: Bible in schools
If you’ve been reading local Idaho newspapers lately, you might be under the impression that everyone thinks reintroducing Bible reading in public schools is outrageous.
EDITORIAL: Take a bow, Josh Hurwit
In January, Idaho is set to lose an exceptional public servant.
PROP 1: Repeal vote in Alaska failed
Full disclosure: As a member of Veterans for Idaho Voters I worked to promote a “Yes” vote on Proposition One.
NORTH IDAHO: Gotta love it!
It’s easy to forget how good we have it in North Idaho when political differences obscure the view, then I am reminded of why I love it here. I love seeing American flags everywhere — flying from poles, adorning ho…
LEGAL NOTICES: Should be in English
I noticed a legal notice published in today’s Coeur d’Alene Press printed in Spanish. This is the United States of America, we speak English. Don’t you think there should have been a translation of that notice?
CITYLINK: Service should be expanded
The My Turn article, Citylink is essential service, is an important article. First, it provided the cost and revenue sources for public transit as provided by former County Commissioner, Chris Fillios. Second it re…
EDITORIAL: Think twice before whacking U.S. debt
Food for thought as alarm bells reach deafening levels