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 …
BUDGET: Wars are killing us
I realize that the states, including Idaho, are short of revenue. And of course so is the Federal government. Yet I don't like the ideas for bringing down the debt such as cancelling kindergarten and ending the sup…
LEVY: Some good - and bad
Regarding the March 8th M & O Levy for the schools, the election practice seems to have improved. Now the entire public is made aware of these levies prior to the vote. Not just those involved within the schools di…
LEVY: Cd'A leadership lacking
I've been waiting for facts to support the District 271 levy. None were forthcoming from our educators, but Jim Ballew gave us the truth with numbers in My Turn on Friday, Feb 25. I will vote against the levies and…
LEVY: Schedule looks suspicious
Isn't it convenient that the District 271 levy vote and kindergarten registration for that district occur on the same day? Parents, who would have proof of residency and identification on them already, could be inf…
LETTER: Politics in education
As I was reading the "Readers Write" section of the Feb. 18 paper I was struck by the statements of Michelle Lippert. I found her article quite enlightening, not due solely to the content but because she chose to n…
SIGN: Response disappoints some
The other day my wife told me about a sign on the White House Grill that read, "Now open Sundays due to boredom, Obama, etc." I said to her, "really?" Then I thought, "He's not afraid to share his opinion, is he." …
CRASH: Chance to do right thing
My son was involved in the multiple car accident on I-90 near the Highway 41 exit last Wednesday. The main part of the accident was unfolding directly in front of him, he was able to swerve around cars as they slid…
LEVY: Column on the money
The My Turn article in today's paper (Feb. 25) by Jim Ballew has hit the nail squarely on the head. Mr. Ballew seems to have insight and a knowledge of School District 271 that is usually not for public consumption…
LEVY: Board better budget
It was a true treat to read an article by Jim Ballew. He and the Finance Panel had the expertise and ability to analyze the Coeur d'Alene School District finances. His comments were clear and easy to follow. I am g…
LEVY: Three critical factors
In analyzing the upcoming levy proposal, three overriding factors come to mind. Student Performance, Payback to the System, and Economic Impact.
LAWSUIT: Accused doesn't mean guilty
This letter is in reference to an article in the Coeur d'Alene Press, "Student Sues Coaches, Lakeland." Certainly anyone has the right to file a tort claim, or take legal action, and cases that have absolutely no v…
LEVY: Small price to pay for kids
As an involved and concerned parent of children that will soon join the public school system here in Coeur d'Alene, I am painfully aware that state cuts to our schools have a direct and negative effect on our child…
SIGN: Hilarious to this customer
We went to eat at the White House Grill and did not even notice the sign until someone mentioned it. On our way out there it was. I instantly snapped a picture and e-mailed it to all my Democratic friends.
LEVY: Do it for grandkids
Many voters in our community are retired or are empty nesters like ourselves. If all households without any children living in the home vote no to save a few dollars a month, we are sending a message to our kids th…
TRIBES: Justice must prevail
Cross-deputizing Tribal Police is the right thing to do. Failure of the Idaho House of Representatives to pass HB 111 by just one vote is disappointing and shows that there is still a lot of prejudice out there in …