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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 …
McEUEN: Plan leaves taxpayers speechless
Let’s see if I got this right. The LCDC is going to spend up to $100,000 on a study to see how to best use the park downtown. Where does the LCDC get its money?
WORKERS: Today's your official day
The first official United States Workers Memorial Day was observed April 28, 1989. This date was chosen because it is the anniversary of the formation of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and…
ELECTION: Where this vote's going
On April 16, Dale Hedman suggested that we should always vote for the "best person" for the job no matter which side of the aisle they sit on.
SCOUTS: High praise for local leader
Thank you for the profile on Chris Petersen of the Boy Scouts. I have volunteered for many organizations over the years and I have never known anyone to work harder, take the mission to heart and be a more positiv…
RESPONSE: Big oil pays big tax bill
Mr. Pappas if you’re so sick of watching the tea parties, turn off your TV and please give us your solution on how to properly vent our frustrations without resorting to the lies and false information that you yo…
JAIL: Bricks, mortar not answer
In response to the Press article about the jail being too full, I would like to present a “Top 10 list” of reasons why. Every point on this list deserves more attention, deeper investigation, and perhaps its own fr…
ROBBED: Citizen seeks keepsakes
Sometime during the last week, my home in Post Falls was robbed. They took nearly everything in the house of value.
IDAHO: People still the best
I never cease to be amazed at letters to the editor which vilify anyone who does not wholly accept the liberal agenda. The same people refuse to put forth the effort to learn the truth about any individual topic!
FEDS: Repeal the income tax
The growth of the Tea Party movement in this country brings to mind one possible suggestion that perhaps no one has considered. If we wish to remove the power of the federal government, take away the money. We can …
SPENCER: Criticism unfair, needs response
Mrs. Conda Mitchell’s letter last Sunday about Larry Spencer contained some inaccuracies that I feel should be corrected. Spencer and I agree on some candidates and issues, and on others we agree to disagree. When …
DISPUTE: Stick to issues, senator
At first I read the article about Sen. Jorgenson’s complaint with mild amusement, but then with growing irritation. Based on the facts presented in the article, it took me 5 minutes looking at the Idaho Constitutio…
GUNS: By George, Obama's no threat
I was pleased to read your article and editorial regarding George Nethercutt's mission to raise the civics IQ of the citizens of this state. Over the past two years, we have heard over and over from people who fear…
SIGNS: Help your favorite candidates
Political signs are the life blood of any political campaign. During the campaign signs spring up all over the county. While some consider them to be unsightly, they are one of the cheapest ways to get out the word…
JOB FAIR: Where were the jobs?
I just have to say that the recent job fair has left a bad taste in my mouth. Three employers that didn't have jobs, two MLM (pyramid) "interviews,” and at least four more "jobs" of that type I didn't fall for (han…
HEALTH CARE: Look up word 'option'
While I understand the “knee jerk” reaction to the media regarding the Healthcare Reform Initiative, I have a difficult time understanding the lack of education on this matter. The government is not taking over our…