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 …
GRIDLOCK: Here's an unusual idea
In a moment of patriotic zeal, a solution to the endlessly deadlocked, do-nothing Congress, an efficient and beneficial solution came to mind.
WOLVES: Traps aren't the answer
Set a powerful trap for a dog, leave it caught by the leg or neck to struggle in terror and pain for up to 72 hours, and you'll be charged with animal cruelty under Idaho Code, Title 25. Idaho law defines cruelty a…
POT: House bill full of possibilities
I believe that you should do a story on HR 2306. This bill would end prohibition of marijuana. Ron Paul (R) is heading this with Barney Frank (D). This bill would leave it up to the states, and not the federal gove…
SCHOOLS: Critics need more insight
This letter is in response to Missy Brum's opinion letter posted on Sunday, July 18, "Education: Otter wrong to cut budget."
CITY: Ignoring the hard times
So the city wants. It wants this, that, and the other thing.
STATUE: It's all about freedom
I couldn't have said it any better. Devin Heilman's opinion on the Ganesha statue in the July 14 Press was right on and to the point. The good people of Coeur d'Alene need to realize that America is based on freedo…
PARKING: City's rules are arbitrary
Can you let us, the public, know why we can't park on our public streets in front of our public park and public lake? And how do 10 homes get to enjoy "no parking" in front of their private residences? Can I reques…
FEDS: A bunch of dim bulbs
Since President Obama came into office the government has gotten bigger and bigger. Now the government is coming into our homes and telling us what kind of light bulbs to use! Is the next step our underwear drawers…
ART: Let it stay, enlighten
So what's in a piece of art? Just like beauty - it's in the eye of the beholder, right?
PARKING: Here's an LA story
Regarding parking citation for visiting tourist from Orange County... a "priceless" parody:
AD: Organization far from credible
On July 13 the United States Citizens Association printed a full page ad in The Press. It claimed that the Democratic Party had been the primary cause of the U.S.'s slide to socialism. It has no documentation, no n…
4-H: Can make dreams come true
When our daughter Carrie graduates from medical school next May in California and writes "M.D." next to her name, one of the life experiences she will attribute to that success will be her 10 years in Marian Crumb'…
RECYCLE: Look locally first
In regard to MaryJane's Everyday Organic Recycling Rain article. Instead of sending people to a resource on the Internet, try looking local.
IRONMAN: Kudos to volunteer spirit
We wanted to express our sincere gratitude for the fine people of Coeur d'Alene. While running the marathon portion of Ironman, both of us were struck by the kindness and respect shown by the volunteers. Particular…
4-H: County can't afford loss
I found the news that 4-H could be cut here in Kootenai County to be horrible news. I grew up here, born and raised. I was fortunate to be able to live in the country where I got to participate in many 4-H projects…