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Guest Op-Eds

From time to time the Coeur d'Alene Press publishes guest opinions as op-eds (opposite the editorial page) in the print edition. These guest op-eds are accepted for consideration from business, government or community organization leaders, current or former elected officials, and Idaho syndicated and Kootenai County local opinion writers we have agreements with. For consideration, submit to mdolan@cdapress.com.

Updated 3 days, 23 hours ago

OPINION: Precinct by precinct, take back your party

Take part in this critical primary election

Updated 5 days, 5 hours ago
OPINION: Investing in Idaho’s forestry workforce

It’s no secret that forestry is an important part of Idaho’s economy. A 2023 University of Idaho study found that the forest products business sector contribut…

Updated 5 days, 5 hours ago
OPINION: For Sunshine Week, consider creating an Open Government Ombudsman

Happy National Sunshine Week! No, I’m not talking about the weather getting better and days getting longer but the time of year that Americans across the country celebrate the importance of open government laws to …

Updated 1 week, 1 day ago
OPINION: Housing problems — and solutions — focus of new column

Restructuring means important work will continue

Updated 1 week, 3 days ago
OPINION: The cluster caucus referendum on the Idaho GOP

Goal of fewer people voting was reached.

Updated 1 week, 3 days ago
OPINION: They’ve sold out your vote

Dorothy Moon, Chair of the Idaho State Republican Party (IDGOP), cares much more about the national spotlight than she does about the votes of Idaho’s register…

Updated 1 week, 5 days ago
OPINION: Voter registration facts for May primary

March 15 is a key date for Republicans.

Updated 1 week, 5 days ago
OPINION: Promoting children's behavioral health: Why Idaho needs stricter access to technology in schools

As members of the Idaho Behavioral Health Council, we are deeply concerned about the increasing behavioral health issues among children, particularly those stemming from the misuse of technology and social media. H…

Updated 2 weeks, 3 days ago
OPINION: Republican optimism vs. left wing radical rules

In the dynamic realm of Idaho Republican politics, conservatives confront a critical decision: to embrace President Ronald Reagan's uplifting optimism or to co…

Updated 2 weeks, 5 days ago
OPINION: For Idaho's sake, fund our schools

CDA School District superintendent issues appeal to local legislators

Updated 2 weeks, 5 days ago
OPINION: Don’t be conned by the Con-Con

We are of different parties and often disagree, but are allied in our fierce devotion to America’s Constitution. It is now under serious threat from well-meani…

Updated 3 weeks, 3 days ago
OPINION: Laying a foundation for the future

H521 offers trifecta for Idaho families

Updated 3 weeks, 5 days ago
OPINION: GOP should uphold electoral process integrity

People want May primary, not March caucus

Updated 1 month ago
OPINION: Securing the border

Naysayers calling Idaho’s efforts to support Texas in securing the border “pointless” are willfully missing the point.

Updated 1 month, 1 week ago
OPINION: Hope & Freedom vs. Anger & Power

Ronald Reagan described America as a “shining city on a hill” and his farewell address exclaimed our best days are ahead. Ignoring the “America is in decline” …