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 …
KOVACS: Vote him out of office
I saw in Sunday’s Sept. 7 Press that our “esteemed” assessor, Bela Kovacs has adopted a “political policy” designed to preclude “his” employees from politically opposing him or supporting those who oppose him. Talk…
PRIVATE SCHOOLS: No more public funds
Last year you likely saw hundreds of headlines about Idaho’s lawmakers and debates about education policies. If you’re like me and don’t have school-aged children, you may have thought that education funding, schoo…
KCTFHR: Condemns Kirk assassination
We join millions of Americans in condemning the horrific violence that resulted in the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and we extend our deepest condolence to his family.
TOWER: Save this Post Falls icon
It’s a shame the iconic Post Falls water tower is being considered for demolition! Just the sight of it harkens back to a simpler way of life that I believe many people yearn for. Although we can’t return to the 20…
SIMPSON: Received generic letter back
In an effort to understand Mike Simpson’s attempt to steal the living memorial of JFK, I reached out to his office. I asked them to ask him how he would feel If he went to the grave site of one of his loved ones an…
SCHOOLS: Vouchers equal freedom
The National Education Association teachers’ union projects Idaho public schools will spend about $10,000 per kid in 2025. We give $5,000 to lower-income private school kids through the new voucher program and some…
MARTIN: Column has several problems
Sarah Martin’s recent elegiac screed venerating voting was laughable in the extreme because there are several problems with her through line.
TRUMP: What is TDS?
I just read another Letter to The Press concerning a person’s belief about Trump. In their opinion Trump’s a bully, who’s attacking our democracy while showing fondness to Puttin, yet at the same time is being play…
WELCOME: Signs removed is disappointing
The Coeur d’Alene School District’s decision to remove “Everyone is Welcome Here” signs from classrooms is deeply disappointing. These signs do not violate Idaho’s new flag law. They are simple, powerful reminders …
DUI: Judge had poor judgment
REALLY? So a man gets pulled over for his 7th DUI. The driver pleaded guilty to excessive driving under the influence, possession of an open container by a driver, possession of a controlled substance and possessio…
BULEY: Important role in society
Aloha Bill, Congratulations on becoming the Managing Editor of The Coeur d’Alene Press.
JONES: Comments about recent column
I have to comment briefly on Jim Jones’ opinion piece published on Sept. 3. Jim covers many of the bases on the hate Trump check list.
PREVENTION: 988 Day is Sept. 8
Since the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline launched in 2022, almost 18 million people have reached out to get help for themselves or a loved one. Many people are turning to 988 for support, yet too many Americans stil…
EXPANSION: Declare a moratorium
I’m in total agreement with the three ladies who have written in the Aug. 22 Readers Write page: Margo Harding, Jennifer Eastman and Tamara McKenna.
FLAG: Praising Hayden City Hall
A week ago I went into Hayden City Hall to address an issue concerning the flags on the corner of Miles and Government. There is a stop sign on Miles and if you wanted to turn left heading south onto Government Way…