Opinion
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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.
CONGRESS: What about the Constitution?
We hear a lot these days about our “Democracy” but not in the Constitution.
MASS SHOOTINGS: Nothing to fear
For about six years, I was a substitute teacher.
Idaho could gain from this mistake
New law in Washington handcuffs law enforcement officers
JIM JONES: No thanks
In his recent op-ed, Jim Jones uses what is tantamount to an argument from authority via his bio…
DEMOCRACY: No more
As we watch the obliteration of Ukraine and the annihilation of its peoples and culture by Putin of Russia…
GUNS: Poor advocacy
There was a time when our commissioner Leslie Duncan suggested that Coeur d’Alene become a Second Amendment sanctuary city.
GUNS: Some only meant for killing others
One views the shock and disgust voiced after the near daily mass murder in this country and wonders why anybody is surprised.
COVID FUNERALS: Why are feds paying for them?
Did anyone else notice the article in the Coeur d’Alene Press on Wednesday, May 25, titled, “Get help with Covid-related funerals?”
ATHOL CEMETERY: Not fit for ceremony
As a Legionnaire, I was present for the Flag Ceremony at Athol Cemetery.
Op-Ed: Don’t expect ‘common sense’ to prevail
Let’s face it, nothing significant is going to happen with curbing gun violence as long as the issue revolves around politics.
Generalities leave you high and dry
Here's a challenge for you.
GUN VIOLENCE: Action needed now
My heart is broken after the Uvalde shooting of 19 innocent children and two teachers.
FIRST AMENDMENT: Protect your rights
City bureaucrats and some wanna be dictators on the Cd'A City Council are plotting to muzzle the public and destroy their First Amendment rights.
CARTOON: Not completely accurate
The June 3 political cartoon suggests "any" teenager ages 13 through 19 may legally purchase firearms.
SHOLEH: Thanks for compelling farewell column
As a former resident of Coeur d’Alene, I remember well the thoughtful writings of Sholeh Patrick.