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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 …
LABELS: Assign with caution
In a recent letter to the editor, Community Library Network chair Rachelle Ottosen accused local community members of using Nazi tactics in promoting a “big lie.” (The irony here is deep and I will return to that.)…
FREE SPEECH: Right belongs to all
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, an…
CDA LIBRARY: A quagmire for kids
Per Idaho statute, the Coeur d’Alene Library and Community Library Network (CLN) are separate entities with separate boards, funding, administration and materials collections. Coeur d’Alene’s Library Board is appoi…
UNIMPRESSED: By sheriff candidate’s announcement
Just read Mr. Wilson’s announcement to run for Kootenai County Sheriff.
A NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION: For us all
As we start this presidential election year, may we all consider how to cooperate in seeking the betterment of our nation.
BOOTHE: Argument lacks merit
Regarding Ron Booth’s Jan. 5 letter citing multiple topics expressed in two letters to the editor. Just a few comments. Letters to the editor are generally considered opinion. Guessing you would prefer that these o…
EDITORIAL: Missed some facts
The editorial in the Jan. 5 Press is valuable for mentioning the health issue in wildfire smoke, but it ignores the fact that most long-duration fires result from the present-day “lock it up and let it burn” misman…
MEETINGS: Firsthand experiences encouraged
I am new here — like 18 months new. And to learn more about my new home, I’ve started attending meetings. A lot of them. Here is a list of some I’ve observed: Hayden City Council meetings — 11, North Idaho College …
GEORGE WASHINGTON: On political parties
Unsurmountable obstacles caused by time and space cause us to ignore the wisdom of our Founding Fathers. Our first President George Washington is an example.
POLITICS: Time for a change
I read so many letters that say the people disagree with the governor and the president, the trustees at NIC and all of that, but then when the time to vote comes around these same people are voted back into the sa…
FALLACY and OPINION: Often the same thing
Two letters in The Press contained false statements I would like to emphasize. These are from the first letter: 1. Biden has devastated our economy. 2. Public schools are indoctrination camps. 3. Teaching our child…
RATED/VETTED: A scam
If rated/vetted Assessor Béla Kovacs spent less time recording employees, would we have received our tax notices on time?
CAMP EASTON: No need to clear old growth
My property adjoins Camp Easton east of their property. For years my husband and I have heard the scouts having fun on the property. I feel very bad that the old growth will be gone forever because of greed. Once a…
YOUTH SPORTS: And character development
There are 6.5 million youth sports coaches in the U.S. Many of these coaches will have lifelong positive influence on the young people they teach. It is important that along with teaching the fundamental skills of …
OPEN PRIMARIES: Risks becoming a one-party system
Recently there has been much discussion regarding the open primary initiative. There are several things to consider: our country is based on the multiple party system for the exchange of ideas to provide what is be…