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Letters to the Editor

Letters Policy. The Press encourages letters as a means for readers to share opinions and feedback about local and regional news and events. However, letters will not be published if they include profane, obscene language or if they promote, foster or perpetuate discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, physical or mental disability or sexual orientation. Letters must not exceed 275 words. Letters must include the writer’s full name, hometown and daytime phone number (not for publication) or they will not be published. Please submit letters to: [email protected], or mail to Readers Write, The Press, 215 N. Second St., Coeur d’Alene, ID 83816.

Updated 1 year, 3 months ago

OPINION: Just like everyone else, Idaho’s Attorney General must comply with the law

Three years ago, I joined five other former Idaho Attorneys General in describing that important position as “the …

Updated 2 months, 2 weeks ago
BELL: Praying for you

He loves you too, Mr. Bell!

Updated 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Community Thanks

Giving thanks back to the community

Updated 2 months, 2 weeks ago
‘CITIZEN VIGILANTE’: Support for “ugly” film’s message

Anger is ugly, especially vigilantism. But, it is a natural response to betrayal by an elite more loyal to their idealism than to the best interests of their own people.

Updated 2 months, 2 weeks ago
REMEMBER: If not for those who gave their lives...

Less we forget, if it wasn’t for the sacrifice of our forefathers, today we would all be speaking correct English.

Updated 2 months, 2 weeks ago
PACS: Define “hardline” and “mainstream”

How in the world could you define a Biden supporter and others who agree with her ideals as “any kind” of Republican?

Updated 2 months, 3 weeks ago
DOGS: Tag them so they can be returned

Tag your dogs with the dog's name and your phone number.

Updated 2 months, 3 weeks ago
FIREWORKS: Is damage other cities’ responsibility?

If another city does NOT change their codes to give officers every tool needed to protect their citizens and someone starts a fire, could not the council of that city possibly face legal action to force them to tak…

Updated 2 months, 3 weeks ago
FIREWORKS: A reply to Calderwood

Nothing says American pride like spending millions on Chinese-made fireworks.

Updated 2 months, 3 weeks ago
FIREWORKS: Fourth not an excuse for illegal acts

In reply to Mr. Calderwood’s comment published June 24, I would like to know where he lives that he gets to enjoy 364 days of “quiet and peace”.

Updated 2 months, 3 weeks ago
INSPIRATION: A quote for the day

“People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.”

Updated 2 months, 3 weeks ago
CHRISTIANITY: Another take on America’s status

Let us stand in our own sovereignty until this apparition disappears.

Updated 2 months, 3 weeks ago
FIREWORKS: One night of noise for 250 years of freedom

Crying for absolute silence on Independence Day is entirely un-American.

Updated 2 months, 3 weeks ago
PFLAG: What it actually is

If you’ve ever wished there were a place where difficult conversations could happen with respect and compassion, that’s exactly what we’re trying to create.

Updated 2 months, 3 weeks ago
FIREWORKS: A plea for sanity, keep Hayden safe

Let’s celebrate our history by protecting our future and looking out for one another!

Updated 2 months, 4 weeks ago
CHRISTIANS: Which sect deserves victory?

Apply empathy for all people to the word “victory.”