Opinion
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WATER: What's it really worth?
Are we that naive we believe all that is in the news or what the CEOs of big corporations tell us to be true?
JOBLESS: Outside eagerly looking in
I was laid off a little over three months ago — a first for me in 29 years. I have submitted more than 70 applications to various businesses. In many cases, I have applied for work well below my level of training a…
BIBLE: Only way to happiness
I agree with Ralph D. Shay’s letter that all humans have the right to choose who they want to love and be with. BUT! (There is always a but.)
CAUCUS: Cheers and boos, both
I attended the Idaho Caucus at Lakeland High School and I was impressed with the civility and underlying unity of those willing to give up an entire evening and in some cases, up until midnight to vote their consci…
LIMBAUGH: It works both ways
Just curious: If Rush Limbaugh refers to a woman who is on birth control precautions as a “slut” and/or a “prostitute,” what would he call a man who has had a “vasectomy?”
PAUL: Imagine this presidency
Ron Paul is the man. No damn government, wide open, everything goes. Twelve-year-old prostitutes on every corner and drugs everywhere. That’s real change.
Leadership needed at KHS
Wanted: Experienced manager overseeing nonprofit with a handful of employees and hundreds of furry clients. Must be outstanding leader with track record of strong fundraising, able to deal with dedicated board that…
FOREST: USFS a failed agency
In December I was in a restaurant in Libby and overheard people talking about our Forest Service not doing their jobs. On this a Montana friend gave me August “Loggers World.” In Loggers World Letters — a monthly t…
TROOPS: Time to leave Afghanistan
Why do we still have our troops in Afghanistan? The troops themselves don’t know and I don’t know. However, they’re far way from loved ones and putting their lives at risk. Does ANYONE have an answer?
COLUMN: Resolve needed with Iran
Sholeh Patrick’s column fits the times. Needless to say, America is never more weak than when we have no clear resolve. Israel’s resolve is clear, Iran’s resolve is clear and this week, our president ratchets up th…
RUDE: Buck the trend, be polite
Just because our Constitution gives one the right to be rude and crude, does not elevate rudeness and name calling to acceptable behavior. It’s not right for men, women, celebrities, public figures or politicians.
TRASH: Curbs are getting uglier
A trend is developing in Coeur d’Alene to leave trash and recycling receptacles at the curb. Curb appeal used to be a quality property owners valued. Lately it seems convenient to some people to walk repeatedly wi…
CHEERS: Kudos to county staff
I want to commend County Assessor Mike McDowell for his very competent staff. They are always respectful and kind to me when I go in to his office. One of his staff in particular, Linda Hall, was a real lifesaver f…
KHS: 'Fine job,' firing don't equate
That neither Rondi Renaldo nor Andy Smith gave the real reasons for Renaldo’s dismissal is no surprise. I do not even want to speculate what the real reason was. Does one really fire someone “who did a fine job?”
CAUCUS: Once burned
My husband and I did our patriotic and civic duty and went to the Republican Caucus. We live in Hayden Lake, but District No. 16 had to go to Lakeland High School in Rathdrum for the caucus. Whose bright idea was t…