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 …
SHOOTING: A flawed investigation
I hope results from the upcoming civil trial concerning officer Brian Hirzel, who shot and killed Pastor Wayne Creach, will not allow him to shoot anything but a slingshot or a gun with rubber bullets.
FEDS: Here'sone way to fix everything
Recently while discussing our country's political situation, my wife came up with the long-sought answer to our nation's financial and political problems. Listen to this.
JOBS: Labrador flunks history
I recently received a letter from our Representative, Raul Labrador, regarding President Obama's second "jobs" bill. Labrador wrote: "The fact of the matter is the President does not know how to create jobs. If he …
LIDS: County election test
Today at 10 a.m., the Kootenai County commissioners will be deciding if the East Side Highway District's (ESHD) three proposed Local Improvement Districts (LID) followed the procedures spelled out by state statute.…
TAXES: Who got a break?
Long, long ago in a galaxy far, far away the government decided to impose an income tax. Now the country's population was divided into two groups: the A's (who were poor making a $1,000 per pay period) and the B's …
UNITED: Charity starts at home
I had the privilege of attending the Kootenai County United Way's "Live United" campaign celebration and grant award. What a wonderful way to become more familiar with the truly amazing nonprofits in our community …
KROC: No party at this pool
Wait - did I really read an article where some woman ran into a fellow playing pool and fell and now she cannot provide her husband with sex so they are both suing everybody they can think of? What is the world com…
JOBS: Reasons to be skeptical
President Obama said 17 times in his speech that we must pass it now and everything in the bill will be paid for.
KHS: Major changes needed
Kudos to Gina Rone and Kelly Breedlove for telling it like it is in the Guest Opinion of Sept. 2. It's about time someone spoke up.
SCHOOLS: Rules need real review
Soon sports fields around town will be buzzing with students and games. Luckily teams have official rule books and referees to keep things running smoothly and resolve conflicts quickly.
ELECTION: Ready, set - vote!
Hello friends, it's Julie Clark here. What could have been a fun community project has now turned into a campaign issue: McEuen Field. It will be a happy day for Coeur d'Alene when some improvements are finally acc…
TROOPS: Girl, donors pitch in
In this time of unrest, unemployment and just plain despair, I wanted to say a huge heartfelt thank you to our community. Our 8-year-old daughter, Faith, decided to have a fundraiser for troop care packages by havi…
GOP: Taking blame for Dems
Two letters appeared in Wednesday's Opinion section. In one, the Republicans are blamed for advocating taking away Social Security benefits from seniors. That's pure nonsense, being used to scare people.
9/11: I fly the flag for good reason
ILLNESS: Help girl fight back
Hello. My name is Caitlyn Conner. I am 15 years old and battle many medical issues not many normal 15-year-olds battle. Today I am writing a letter to ask for your help.