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 …
WARMING: Dire consequences ahead
Record-setting heat waves, searing drought over three-fourths of the country. July was the hottest month recorded in the Lower 48 states, breaking a record set during the Dust Bowl of the 1930s. What’s going on, ma…
IDEA: Short-selling America
Why not offer the homeowner the same short sale price? What difference does it make who is paying the mortgage — homeowner or buyer?
IB: No small potato
I, as an incoming sophomore at Lake City High School, would like to voice my opinion on the International Baccalaureate program’s abjuration. The IB program should be kept in at least one high school in Coeur d’Ale…
LABRADOR: Don't believe his letter
I just received a letter from U.S. Representative Raul Labrador, his “Truth about your Medicare letter.” He would have us believe the Ryan plan would contain no changes for current Idaho seniors age 55 or older. Wh…
SCHOOLS: For healthy environment
Proponents for the Coeur d’Alene School Bond have made an excellent case: (1) students perform better in improved school environments (http://www.parade.com/news/2012/08/12-rebuilding-americas-schools.html), (2) th…
SENIORS: Are you bored?
Now that you are 55 or older do you sometimes need something to do?
SCHOOLS: Meet most basic need
I am writing today, not only as a lifetime resident of Coeur d’Alene School District 271 and a parent of two incoming Canfield Middle School students, but as a product of the double shifting that took place in 1986…
BERRIES: Got a bone to pick
I pulled into Dairy Queen on Appleway in Coeur d’Alene recently with a buddy for something cool … and instead ended up hot under the collar.
LABRADOR: Just check the facts
This is in response to Congressman Raul Labrador’s recent medi-scare letter that he is in no doubt blanketing all of Idaho with at taxpayers’ expense.
IB: Killing an opportunity
I am writing in protest of the school board’s decision to end the International Baccalaureate program at Lake City High School. As a sophomore currently enrolled there, this affects me personally. When I transferre…
WEALTHY: Fair share indeed
So Brian you want the wealthiest Americans to shoulder their fair share of the tax burden? What is their fair share, Brian? The fact that 100% of federal income taxes are paid by around 50% of Americans is not enou…
REVIEW: Cheers to young writer
Enjoyed the review of “A Smidgen of Sky” by Elena Johnson. I suspect Elena herself might be reviewed in the not too distant future! Thanks Cd’A Press for supporting budding talent.
COUNTY: Don't buy the Bullitt
The Kootenai County Planning Commission is tasked with producing a Comprehensive Plan that puts in writing what the county residents want for their future. This plan is then used as a guiding document for future la…
CLOSURE: More pain for no gain
Frontier is closing its call center here laying off some 100 employees aged 55 and older so they can open up a less costly operation in South Carolina.
WEALTHY: The tax burden truth
Mr. Windham, I suggest that when you get your talking points from the Democratic Party, you look at something more than the pictures.