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OPINION: Junkyard in the sky?
Your views of the havens at night might be interrupted by non-heavenly objects passing by your binoculars.
RACISM: It offends us all
It was shocking to learn that Aryan Nation-style racist intimidation took place last weekend in downtown Coeur d’Alene. This behavior was publicly defended and excused by David Reilly, who is connected to both Idah…
RACISTS: We must not let them go
As a born and raised Coeur d’Alene native, I was heartbroken to hear about the racist treatment the Utah women’s basketball team received in my town. Low-IQ idiots in their redneck trucks spouting racism. Are we go…
BEHAVIOR: Not hard to identify its source
It is deplorable when anyone harasses others with despicable, dehumanizing language. (Utah coach says team was shaken after experiencing racist hate during NCAA Tournament March 26.)
KCRCC: Statement proves racist points
Just read the statement from Brent Regan’s KCRCC on Racial Supremacy. My advice: Take it down ASAP.
RACISM: Alas, not new to North Idaho
How disappointing to hear of the racist behavior in Coeur d’Alene. Such a black mark on the city and the state of Idaho. The part that is not surprising is the history of this type of behavior in North Idaho that h…
RACISM: Still waiting for GOP renouncement
To Brent Regan and the KCRCC: Based on last Thursday’s events, do you think it is time to denounce White Supremacy?
NATIONALISTS: Show us some proof
In your editorial Wednesday, you specifically stated that our county has become a base for “…white Christian Nationalists.”
NEO-NAZIS: Give them no safe harbor
The horrible racist attack last week against the Utah basketball team is directly connected to the 2022 infamous U-hall truck full of neo-Nazis preparing for mayhem by and through the famous quote: “The only thing …
SUPREMACISTS: You showed your true selves
Another proud moment for white supremacy. I can see you now, in the security blanket of your late-model Compensator pickups cruising along Sherman with your Civil War runner-up banners flying while you shout worn o…
LOSERS: Don’t represent community
Sorry to hear that a bunch of “losers” in a pickup truck and another in a car shouted racial comments to the Utah women’s basketball team. Bill Reagan said it best. “Don’t let the actions of a few indict all of Co…
RACISM: The sickness is simply sickening
I am deeply embarrassed for my city and my state. As an alumnus of U of Utah, I have great pride in the school and the athletic program. The women’s basketball team deserved their invitation to the NCAA Tournament.…
INCIDENT: Facts first, then judgment
Let’s all take our pulses and remember what a great city we live in. Let’s remember how great the people are here.
RACISM: Alive and unwell in North Idaho
The recent incident with the Utah women’s basketball team is an example of the still active racist mentality that exists in part of our community.
SUPREMACY: Writer sees some hypocrisy
Anyone else see the hypocrisy in the front-page photo with the person holding the sign, “end white supremacy?”
RACISM: The answer is love
As I read articles stating NCAA players participating in tournaments in Spokane that had to stay overnight in Coeur d’Alene were harassed multiple times downtown by people revving their engines and spouting horribl…