Opinion
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BALLOT: Vote no on HJR2
I am distressed that many Idaho citizens are unaware of measure HJR2 appearing on November’s ballot. HJR2 has an interesting history but suffice it to say, it was pushed through legislation as an “emergency” and no…
BARBIERI: Can't have it both ways
In reference to a recent Spokane newspaper article about District 2 candidates in Idaho, Vito Barbieri has much to say about his belief in “no compromise.” Yet he compromises this principle all the time. He says he…
NILSON: A job very well done
I met Ron Nilson about three years ago and have seen what a man dedicated to God and North Idaho can accomplish. He has devoted an enormous amount of energy and money to see that the Boys and Girls Club got develop…
Why NIC vote matters
Most people have a good feeling about what North Idaho College means to the region. Even its staunchest critics had to raise an eyebrow, though, over the recent report on NIC's economic impact.
MILITARY: Don't cut key benefits
The NYTimes.com article of Sept. 25 indicates the real possibility of having the retirement benefits for the military facing future cuts. I find this an outrageous consideration, a slap in the face to the military …
OXYGEN: Beware of upcoming cost
Durable Medical Equipment (DME) refers to more than wheelchairs, etc., but also includes oxygen equipment and supplies.
PYP: In the eyes of a child
Take a tour of Hayden Meadows and you will find students engrossed in their activities. Talk to the teachers and you will find professionals who are passionate about what they do.
RIDE: Not fond of traffic woes
The Press called the Coeur d’Fondo a grand ride for all. Well, not if you were in a car on Highway 97 that day. When cyclists talked about chatting with other riders that generally meant they were side by side, oft…
IB: Open door to understanding
My son is a teacher at an international IB school in Yangon, Myanmar (Burma). After reading several letters in the Coeur d’Alene Press recently, I asked his opinion of the IB Program and how it compares to a more s…
An evening of enlightenment
The Press sponsors or co-sponsors dozens of community events every year, from Ironman Coeur d'Alene to the tiniest charity drives. While all raise something - money and awareness near the top of the list - only a f…
VOTE: Yes on Props 1, 2, 3
It is Wisconsin deja vu all over again. With the election of Tom Luna came the mandate to modernize our arcane, industrial revolution era designed public education system. Three bills successfully passed the Idaho …
OBAMA: How he lost this vote
My family, friends and I are not voting for President Obama for the following reasons:
ALERT: Another view on value
Regarding Ms. Anne Sedgwick’s letter complaining about the Amber Alert she and her husband received: I, too, was awakened by the robocall alert, and like her, was unable to get back to sleep. But unlike her, I coul…
PYP: Hypocrisy is shining through
I am sick and tired of the hypocrisy of Duncan Koler and his puppets on the school board. His oft-repeated reasons for eliminating the IB program and further attempts to eliminate the PYP program are nothing more t…
KNIVES: More veterans honored
On Sept. 20, U.S. Air Force veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan were presented with 23 Buck commemorative knives for their honorable military service. In addition to the commemorative knife, each veteran receives a sp…