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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 …
ABUSE: Men, take responsibility
The story of the father who seriously injured his 6-year-old son by striking him in the face reminds us yet again that the most endangered species in our world is our young children.
JUDGES: Disagree on Bradbury points
As a member of the Idaho Supreme Court and a candidate for re-election, I am writing to correct some misstatements made by another candidate.
ROMNEYCARE: If it fits, wear it
In my opinion, it is unfortunate that the Governor of Idaho has decided to sue the federal government in order to prevent national health care reform from being available to the needy citizens of this state.
GOVERN: Other option is anarchy
With all the talk about government I wondered exactly what does “to govern” mean? I went to the dictionary and “to govern” means “to control and regulate.” The part that surprised me was “to regulate.”
DISAGREE: Then let zeal lead way
I can see our beautiful city from my house and pray everyday that it would be blessed. The best selling book of all time reads, "Where there is unity, God commands a blessing."
OBAMA: Court pick life or death
In the April 21, 2010 edition of USA Today, president Obama is quoted as saying he does not have a “litmus test” on social issues for any Supreme Court nominee, but he supports abortion rights and he will make sure…
POSTAL: Pensions not as promised
In September 2009 the Postal Service decided to save money by offering a monetary incentive to workers eligible to retire. After 25 years of dedicated service I opted to take the offer.
LIBERALS: Stop with the hatred
As a conservative, I was glad to read Mr. Pappas express the liberal views toward the Tea Party people.
OBAMACARE: Try to understand it
Here we go again! Janice Shay of Rathdrum has it wrong on several points. Being a low-information consumer as shown in the letters column titled "Obamacare" dated April 14th.
SCHOOLS: Parents left out of process
I am a parent of two children attending elementary school in District 271. I am writing in response to the proposed district-wide changes in school schedules for "job-embedded collaboration" that our elected board…
ARIZONA: Governor paving way for nation
I believe that Gov. Jan Brewer is really trying her best to help the American citizen to help her state of Arizona. I just pray the rest of the 49 states have will help her by supporting her as much as they can.
TERM LIMITS: Say goodbye, 'servants'
My thanks to Bill Sturgeon for reiterating the words on TERM LIMITS for all politicians ...they really need to do what they said they would do and bow out to allow new blood to take their place.
RESPONSE: $2 million from URA not a gift
As a former Commissioner of Post Falls Urban Renewal, I am disappointed in Mr. Crosby’s article “Roads to Nowhere.” His words are misleading and lack fact concerning Post Falls Urban Renewal and their process. Allo…
HOSPITAL FEE: It makes patients sick
I am cancer survivor. After seeing my doctor for my bi-annual check up, I received two bills, one from my doctor and the other from Kootenai Medical for $149.60. I called for an explanation of this $149.60 charge …
JOBS: It's not a presidential issue
Regarding Carol Morales job search. I fully sympathize and understand your frustration at the job fair you recently attended. You've done so much to enhance your qualificatins and you're to be commended. The job si…