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 …
PETS: Some food for thought
Is James H. Mundy IV really saying he’s OK with cats and dogs being up on kitchen counters and tables in restaurants? I am not OK with that.
CAMPAIGNS: Cleaner is better
Remember: II Duce (the leader) Make Italy great again. Create a new Roman Empire, Fascist.
DALTON: Consider your candidates
It has been a challenge to find information about the candidates running for City Council and for mayor of Dalton Gardens. I did find a site that gives the addresses of the candidates.
TRUMP: Counting the criticisms
I am amazed by the supposed Christians who support Trump: serial adulterer, constant liar, waster of our tax dollars, padding his and his family’s pockets using his office to do so, as well as other rich folks, law…
GROWTH: Idahoans R Us
Skyla Morris, I understand your attitude but we’re never going to get back our town. Times are changing but that doesn’t give us the right to ask people to leave to where they came from. Attitudes need to change.
PRICE: Many reasons to support
Kudos to the Coeur d’Alene Press for your coverage of the City Council candidates coming up for election on Nov. 5. Along that line, I’m delighted to see Elaine Price has thrown her hat into the ring for Council Se…
BERNSTEIN: Three reasons for support
This letter is in response to Ralph Bartholdt’s article in the Press on Oct. 17.
POLITICS: And one for all
Bravo to George Sayler for completely and eloquently expressing my view on hate speech and denigrating anyone we disagree with. Using the sophomoric tactic of belittling people who have different views is not patri…
ROETTER: Balanced, best for Hayden
As the spouse of a recent retiree, our household is facing a new normal, watching our budget down to the penny. We understand and accept that lifestyle adjustment for the benefits of more free time. One of the reas…
RALLY: A view from the blue
I contributed my bit to the pro-Trump rally Oct. 17, sauntered into the thick of it (though with some foreboding) carrying a sign that read, “Because he’s a chronic liar, a sex offender, a Putin pal, etc., etc., et…
PRICE: Right choice for council
My wife and I recently moved to Coeur d’Alene from the Socialist state of Washington. I met Elaine Price at the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee. I have seen her attend the North Idaho Pachyderm Club. I…
CATS: Show them some mercy
In regard to the “cat” letter to The Press in Sunday’s (Sept. 8) paper, which was taped to my door while I was on vacation:
WOOD: Law enforcers salute her
The Coeur d’Alene Police Association and the Kootenai County Deputy Sheriffs Association are committed to serving the citizens of our community while reducing crime and increasing the quality of life for those we s…
CITYLINK: Still out in the cold
This summer all of us who ride the Citylink bus watched the building of the transit center facility and eagerly waited for the opening of this modern building, where we would have real restrooms and a warm waiting …
EARL: A fond farewell
On Sunday, Oct. 13, the Press printed the obituary for 101-year-old Earl Hyde. Press editor Mike Patrick wrote a beautiful tribute to Earl in his lead editorial that day.