Letters to the Editor
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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 …
EVANS: Ideal public servant
I am writing this letter to voice my support for Amy Evans, candidate for the Coeur d’Alene City Council. While I do not live in the city, I feel that surrounding cities are affected by decisions that are made in o…
CHALLENGE: Step up for these kids
I read on the front page of the Coeur d’Alene Press’ Oct. 10 edition about some seventh- and eighth-graders who attend Lake City Junior Academy and how their fundraising money was taken (stolen?) by a travel agent.
BASEBALL: Struck out on criticism
I like sports. I like baseball. It’s a game I would love to have tried playing in high school except our cows needed to be milked.
CDA: Four that will restore trust
My wife and I moved to Coeur d’Alene in 2009 and we really like your city. I have always followed politics in local, state, city and county governments since I voted for Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1956. Ike was a man …
SHUTDOWN: Heed a veteran's words
Here is what I’d tell Idaho’s U.S. Representatives Raul Labrador and Mike Simpson and Senators Mike Crapo and James Risch:
PF: Elect Thoreson, Rubin, Fleishman
We have two very well qualified persons running for mayor of Post Falls, Kerri Thoreson and Ron Jacobson. Both have a wealth of relevant experience. There are however fundamental differences which point to Thoreson…
SHUTDOWN: Seeds for more stalemates
When the Republican Party demanded that Obamacare be defunded or they would shut down the government, I was at first discouraged. Then in further analysis, I realized they may have a good idea for a new kind of gov…
EVANS: Time for her youthful energy
When I saw that Amy Evans is running for Coeur d’Alene’s City Council this year, I was relieved. She’s the face of a new generation and of our city’s bright future. I’m ready for a young, energetic force with fresh…
JACOBSON: He's ready to lead
On Nov. 5, 2013, the voting citizens of Post Falls will be asked to choose a new mayor to replace Clay Larkin as he steps down for a much deserved rest. Two current City Council members are vying for the part-time …
HORSES: Think before getting one
Horses are such admired, elegant, beloved animals that many people would like to “own” one but don’t have a clue of the expense, commitment, time and energy having a horse involves, or how owning one can impact and…
WIDMYER: Spirit of cooperation key
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McEUEN: Not up to full access
As much as I didn’t want McEuen field to change, I knew we had lost a battle, so I accepted it and went to see the progress of the park. The paper said “You won’t be disappointed.” Sorry but I was and this is why:
MILLER: A positive voice for community
As a current owner of several properties and a small business in the city of Coeur d’Alene, I am keenly aware of how lucky we have been to have honest, knowledgeable and concerned people running our city government…
SENIORS: Plenty of help on hand
I read Sholeh Patrick’s column of Oct. 8 in the Press. It was very informative but there was one thing I do not agree with, about seniors being unseen in society today. I am a senior and I find that people are very…
OBAMA: No respect for U.S. veterans
I have purposely waited to write my first letter to a newspaper. I waited because I know that any president of the United States, who is also the commander in chief of our military, would never allow, or let remain…