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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 …
ENDORSEMENT: Vote for Durbin, Knudtsen, Havercroft
North Idaho Republicans enthusiastically support and endorse three highly capable Republicans for North Idaho College (NIC) Board of Trustees: Rick Durbin, Eve Knudtsen and Mary Havercroft — three candidates who e…
BORDER CRISIS: Following the party line
I quote here a portion of a recent letter on the subject of Border Crisis.
ENDORSEMENT: Vote for Peterson
Russ Fulcher wanted us to believe that increased IRS staffing last year would increase taxes for working Americans. The purpose of the funding was to investigate the super-rich who hide their money to avoid paying …
DRIVING: It’s not safe anymore
Isn’t it amazing how many people have to be first on the roadways and parking lots.
PROP 1: A bad bait and switch
Please join me in voting no on Proposition 1.
EDITORIAL: Bible influenced Constitution
In response to your editorial, “The Rattle and Hiss of Misplaced Public Service,” the founding fathers of our nation referenced the Bible more than any other book when writing our Constitution.
EDITORIAL: No need to ridicule Christians
The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibits our government from establishing a religion. The Community Library Network (CLN) is part of our government. The CLN cannot order closure of our libraries on th…
FORUM: Mattare designed an echo chamber
I was so disappointed in the supposed “transportation town hall” that took place on Oct. 23. Bruce Matare claimed to use data driven information, but he only chose to use data that supported his opinions. When we f…
COLLEGE: NIC is GREAT
North Idaho College is GREAT, with one and only one exception, the majority of the board of trustees: Greg McKenzie, Mike Waggoner, and Todd Banducci. Leading up to the November 2022 election, these three loudly pr…
PROP 1: Leads to less partisan gridlock
Ranked choice voting rewards candidates who build coalitions, not those who rely on a narrow base of voters. Resulting in more representative government, less polarization, and less partisan gridlock.
EDITORIAL: Characterization of Campbell uncalled for
Your editorial about Karen Campbell was over the top! I know Karen and although I did not attend the meeting in question, I have never seen her be anything but gracious and kind, even to those who might disagree wi…
NIC: Big money vs. little people
It’s a tale as old as time…Big Money vs. the little people. I am sure you’ve noticed all the humongous ‘Save NIC’ signs along highway 95, at the corner of Northwest Boulevard and Seltice, and in downtown Hayden.
ENDORSEMENT: Vote for Havercroft, Durbin, Knudtsen
Regarding the rating and vetting process of the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee. I find it to be quite ridiculous that the committee goes to these lengths and then sends out a flyer with their recommen…
INFLATION: Focus on the 20%
Prices are up nearly 20% since Biden took office. The lion’s share of living expenses — energy and food aren’t even included in the core Consumer Price Index. How deceiving! Just who are these expert statisticians?…
HARRIS: No do overs
Blaming Trump for EVERYTHING that’s happened in the last 3 1/2 years proves that many people have their heads in the sand or are led by hatred, he’s NOT the one who’s been in power, Biden/Harris are the ones and ST…