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 …
SENATORS: Speak out on health care
It is time to identify the Senators who will be up for re-election in 2012 in regards to their position on Obamacare. Please contact them to vote for repeal of Obamacare.
CREEK: Toast to better times
This is the time of year, with the NFL season over and the 2010 taxing season looming ahead, that lots of folks take a break from their everyday routines and drop in to their favorite pub for a moment or two of rel…
ABUSE: We can't just do nothing
According to a newspaper article of Jan. 23, 2011, "you do not anticipate filing any charges, in the near future, against the known dog beater." This disgusting occasion happened over six months ago.
ROWE: Wade into his logic
Fellow readers of opinion in The Press: If you want an example of good thinking and writing, go back to the Feb. 4 issue of The Press and read the wise words of J. Albert Rowe on page C-1. In his “My Turn” he has…
McEUEN: How a vote could work
I attended the presentation on the new McEuen Park and came away with a couple of thoughts to consider. First, it is obvious that this plan is well worth sacrificing a boat launch that will serve a few (2,500 launc…
ATTRITION: Can solve many woes
As our national debt continues to rise and is now in double digit trillions of dollars, it would seem wise for our government - federal, state, county and city - to consider the option that private businesses have …
LEVY: Loss would hurt students most
District 271 should have the support of this community on March 8. I've read many opinions for and against the levy. However, one fact continually rises to the top: if this levy fails, the students of this communit…
SKATEPARK: Wheels rolling in support
This letter is on behalf of the "Coeur d'Alene Skatepark Committee." As a group of skateboarders and BMX riders, we have formed for the greater cause to show the community that we are taking action to get a new pro…
HEALTH CARE: Law not an abomination
Sen. Goedde was quoted as saying the health care law is an "abomination." (Definition: something vile, loathsome; that excites disgust or hatred.) Really Senator, is that what you think? Closing the doughnut hole t…
HART: Editor smears character
The undertone of Editor Patrick's personal episode in the Feb. 2 issue would seem to emphasize his long obvious feelings toward Phil Hart. The words, "Character Assassination" come to mind and I question the promis…
HOMES: Look before you build
In 26 years of professional geotechnical engineering practice (including contributions to the city of Fernan Hillside Ordinance in 2003) I have had to give many people news they did not want to hear, including that…
LUCKY: Angels find man - twice
This month my gold wedding band slipped off my finger without me noticing near the entrance inside Super 1 due to weight loss from medication. I didn't notice until I was home. When I fearfully called the store I w…
BEEFY BELL: Is this actually news?
The recent lawsuit by the Alabama firm of Beasley, Allen, Crow, Methvin, Portis & Miles, seems as ridiculous as their name is long. They are the "experts" that have determined Taco Bell's seasoned beef is not "beef…
LEGION: Setting the record straight
First, I would like to say that I have had a wonderful relationship with many of the members of American Legion Post 14 for more than a decade, and it has been my privilege to serve Post 14, the Women's Auxiliary a…
PSYCHOTICS: How to deal with them
Haven't we had enough? The massacres done by loners such as Jared Loughner continue in frequency and sophisticated ferocity.