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 …
EDUCATION: State is aiming higher
Higher education offers a collective thank you to the Idaho Legislature and governor for their support and recommended appropriation this year that will reap economic benefits for the state like a rising tide lifti…
SHOOTING: Unite to avoid tragedy
Unless you live under a rock, or in the woods far, far away from civilization, you have likely heard about the death of Trayvon Martin. The tragic incident happened over a month ago in Sanford, Fla. The night was d…
MARINE: Right, wrong not clear
As a USMC veteran I wonder about what people believe or disbelieve. Is it right to convict a Marine for shooting people who were unarmed? Was it right? You cannot fathom the amount of fear going through that person…
UNFAIR: 'Gender rating' must go
A woman who purchases her own health insurance in Idaho can count on paying more than a man for the same coverage, due to a discriminatory practice called “gender rating.” For many, this can put affordable, compreh…
LIES: They should be impeachable
Responding to Almon P. Oliver’s letter regarding Article 1, section 9 and resulting question, “Is that an impeachable offense?”
GREEN: Support then - and now
I wrote a letter two years ago and endorsed Dan Green for Kootenai County Commissioner because I knew he was a fair man and had a good heart. Now everyone has learned just how good a manager he is as well. He has m…
CAUCUS: It was 'a goat rope'
I am writing in response to the My Turn article written by Kellie Palm of March 24, specifically, her comments on the Idaho Republican caucus.
HEALTH: Send money back with a note
When Dr. Fenwick I went to Boise to testify in favor of Free Market Health Care and against Idaho adopting the Federally Mandated Health Care Exchanges, one of the arguments we made was that accepting the $22 milli…
BOATERS: Launching about to get tough
Launching your boat on Lake Coeur d’Alene is about to get really tough. City Councilman Mike Kennedy recently announced that the city had come to a compromise with regard to the proposed changes to McEuen Park. App…
WOLVES: Idea won't work
Regarding Ms. Lee Wood’s letter in the March 28 issue, spaying and neutering predators won’t work unless, while they are caught and sedated, you remove their teeth.
PARK: What comes to mind?
The word “Park,” what is the image that comes to your mind? I think of the beauty of Coeur d’Alene with the lakes, the trees and people enjoying picnics, sitting on blankets watching the fireworks on Fourth of July…
MIDTOWN: Excellent place for apartments
I’d like to respond to the story about “Miracle on 4th St.” in Saturday’s Press.
ULTRASOUND: A way to empower women
Senate Bill 1387, stats show when girls/women view an ultrasound the vast majority decide against abortion.
ULTRASOUND: It's about women's rights
I’d like to ask people to really think about Senate Bill 1387. Whether you are pro or anti abortion, this will set precedent for what will soon come. Government will soon be in all of our business! People this is n…
UNITY: Built around platform
I have to say that I have a great deal of respect for the Kootenai County Republican Women Federated. They have often passed out copies of the Constitution to the young people and from time to time have arranged di…