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PRESIDENTS: Not what history says
Stan Kwake's letter on Jan. 8 in which he listed the memorable events of the last 11 U.S. presidents left me shaking my head in disbelief. How can a person be so blatantly uninformed?
Curtains open on controversy
Bless the protesters and pass the popcorn.
PRESIDENTS: And now, some facts
I have just read the letter to the editor by Stanley Kwake titled "Voting: It's not difficult." If only it were so easy; if only his memories of presidential accomplishments were accurate. A rundown of facts rather…
TRAPPERS: Humane way to meet needs
Firstly I would like to say I personally feel slandered by the comments made by Mr. Ruther. And secondly am a little ashamed to see such things published in an Idaho newspaper. That being said please allow me to vo…
FARRAGUT: State park being abused
The Idaho State Parks are by law to be managed to maintain a natural looking forest. Every tree more than 12 inches is to be judged individually. To the contrary, thousands of trees are being cut in Farragut State …
TRIBE: Good citizens - and neighbors
As I read Mr. Carlson's comments about the Coeur d'Alene Tribe last week in The Press, I wondered how many people really know the Tribe's contributions to many of our communities and people.
By CHIEF ALLAN Special to The Press
Before I respond to Chris Carlson's recent column attacking the Coeur d'Alene Tribe and Indian gaming, I want to start by disclosing a few things.
GAY: You go your way
Waaa Waaa Waaaa. Would all you progressive, gay, lesbian, transgender and bisexuals like a little cheese with your whine...
MARRIAGE: Humans have right to choose
Mr. Sheridan: First you mention that "there is nothing more wrong than same sex marriage." Then you mention, "...balancing the budget." "Then you mention, "...open any meeting with a prayer..." What does one have t…
PRICE FIXING: Blame it on Sen. Durbin
Has your bank saddled you with monthly fees lately? Thank liberal Illinois Sen. Durbin. Have you been faced with higher prices at the register, even though Durbin passed a price fixing amendment against banks and c…
Best or bust
The annual Best of North Idaho contest sponsored by North Idaho Business Journal accepts entries from the most qualified judges in the world.
PLATES: Driving a better bargain
I agree with Mr. Coulter's opinion on it being a waste to reissue Idaho plates every seven years. Let's go a little deeper.
VOTING: It's not difficult
It's Saturday morning. I have notepad and pen in hand. What to write? Here goes... My list of presidents from the time I can remember and what I remember about them:
One goal for session
In a presidential election year you can expect few shock waves from the Idaho Legislature. Legislators are no more willing to stick their necks out right now than turkeys were last November.
GRAFFITI: Let's beautify Cd'A
I know that graffiti is already illegal, but I have seen some pretty ridiculous phrases on some walls like "I am very sorry I did this" and "Loner." I think we should have a painting crew come and paint the bridges…