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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 …
SWASTIKA: No place in the USA
I was on Sherman Avenue on Memorial Day and as I came to 20th and Sherman what did I see? A swastika. A swastika FLAG!! Flying on a house in my country, in my town on Memorial Day! I’ve never been so angry, disappo…
ARIZONA: Obama snubs the rational
Mr. Odell, I read your letter in the Sunday Press about the president and the Arizona Immigration Bill. You really think he cares what you and I think? It took Arizona to pass the bill — the feds wouldn’t touch it …
BILLBOARDS: Video assaults on senses
Is anyone else concerned about the new video billboards cropping up all around us? Not only are they a serious distraction to drivers, but this is scenic Idaho, not Times Square! They are visual pollution.
SIGNS: Know the political landscape
I was amused to have read the item in the Letters section of the Press titled "Signs: Theft can't silence supporter." The very first line Mr. or Mrs. Gary refers to our "Republican" form of government.
ELECTION: All bought, paid for
Everyone is pointing fingers. Don't you know that we have the BEST government money can buy?All of our elected officials are bought and paid for, from the top down.
FLAG: Let her fly on June 14
There’s respect for Memorial Day, also the 4th of July. We remember the dearly departed veterans on Memorial Day and celebrate our independence on the 4th of July. In between the two holidays is Flag Day, celebrate…
VOTE: First learn about candidates
When I opened The Press on Wednesday morning to see who were the primary winners, I was disappointed to see only 22.3% of the voters voted. THIS IS SCARY! The 22.3% of voters controlled the outcome of our primary e…
POLITICS: Heed birdfeeder wisdom
A few nights ago I watched “Ancient Aliens” on the History Channel pertaining to UFOs having been recorded throughout history.
Unholy alliance turns into ungodly mess
ELECTED: Candidate now reaches out
I would like to express my thanks to all the people in Precinct 2 who supported me for committeeman on Tuesday. I wanted this position because I believe we are not being heard by our government. I would like to hea…
CHARITY: Punished for desire to share
Recently I lost my job thanks to the Obama Recession, and then my home. I’m now unemployed and living with a friend until I find another job and can afford a place of my own again.
SCREENING: Komen applauded for help
The Panhandle Health District (PHD) continues to provide breast exams with vouchers for mammograms and/or breast ultrasounds to income-eligible women and men thanks to the generosity of the Susan G. Komen for the C…
FLAG: Dispute in Kellogg unnecessary
The rules of displaying the U.S. flag are covered by a specific code. On April 14, 2008 the U.S. Senate did a report updating the rules of display. I refer you to a Website with the report. It is in PDF form. The s…
SHOLEH: Column hit the mark
Sholeh Patrick's May 25 column on campaign slogans was excellent. The combination of many not voting and the ones who do being in a sound bite culture is disheartening. On a radio 1080 candidate interview I thought…
SCHOOLS: Reduce number of districts
I've read lately a lot of school districts nationwide are having severe financial difficulties and have had to cut non-scholastic activities to get by. This states public schools haven't been hit so hard financiall…