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 …
BAILOUT: Chrysler drove slick deal
After watching the Clint Eastwood/Chrysler spot on the Super Bowl, it brought to mind whether the bailout was a good thing or not. Bankruptcies happen in the U.S., even large companies go bankrupt, i.e. Kodak and L…
PRESS: Buried a big story
Coeur d'Alene Press, shame on you for burying the Rick Santorum three-state sweep on the back page of Wednesday's A section. I have a question for you: Did the GOP Elite give your orders or was it the Obama campaig…
SSI: Press story elevates blood pressure
Enough already! The Monday, Feb. 6, Coeur d'Alene Press article by staff writer Alecia Warren should have had a different title. Instead of "The Cost of Marriage," maybe it should have been titled "The Cost to the …
FERNAN: Success stories abound
My daughter Kassie (who has Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome) has been attending the Fernan Elementary Life Skills class for about five years. When she first arrived, she was mostly non- verbal which resulted in her screec…
PAUL: Good guy, but unelectable
The average number of terms for many congressmen is far beyond what it ought to be - 12 terms is too many!
SCHOOLS: Time to show integrity
In the continuing saga of local corruption, will Idaho Law ever be upheld? It is well beyond the 120-day period in which SD271 could appoint. Criminal intent by Edie Brooks was evident as she declared her resignati…
TREES: Corps at root of the problem
Do I have this right? The Army Corps of Engineers wants us to cut down all the trees on the dike road to prevent erosion.
MORMONS: Easy to love them
I'm 77 years old, have known and loved Mormons since I was 12 years old growing up in L.A. The girl I married was a Mormon-in-training when we met. She was 17 and I was 19 when we married and that lasted for more t…
SHERIFF: Choose your leaders wisely
I just completed reading the article about Adam Johnson throwing his hat in the ring for the position of Kootenai County Sheriff. After I wiped the tears of laughter from my eyes I felt compelled to add my two cent…
URA: Here's a road to nowhere
The Post Falls Urban Renewal Agency is discussing a plan to construct a short road connecting East Seltice Way with Spencer Street. The connection would involve a roadway less than 1,200 feet in length, but would i…
SHERIFF: Yes, it sure is political
In the hope of explaining to Mr. Riddle regarding his question, "Sheriff: Why does party even matter?" It's pretty simple.
CARIBOU: Here's a science lesson
Much has been made about the "Science" behind the current Caribou debate, now raging in North Idaho.
IMPACT: Balance is what's needed
There have been many letters to the editor lately on the topic of impact and sewer cap fees in the city of Hayden. I feel that we should all look at this very closely. Ask yourself a few questions. Where are proper…
PAUL: Why he's what U.S. needs
"The average age of the world's greatest civilizations from the beginning of history has been about 200 years. During those 200 years, nations progressed through the following sequence: From bondage to spiritual fa…
SHERIFF: Letter couldn't be clearer
In response to Mr. Cliff's letter of Feb. 5 regarding Adam Johnson running for election as sheriff. Your letter stated your opinion on this matter quite clearly.