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 …
IDFG: Gory fish story
Wow! Can you believe HUNDREDS of thousands of dollars are going to be spent to kill off a fish species estimated in the thousands for a different fish species which according to the fisheries guru of the Coeur d’Al…
MARINES: League has room for you
The Marine Corps League needs a few good men and women. There are many Marines and FMF Corpsmen in this area who qualify for membership.
KH: Glad you're there
I recently had the scare of my life. I was having two small strokes and my vision diminished. I ended up at the hospital in the emergency room. Here I received the most conscientious, and state of the art medical p…
GUNS: Right - to a point
I respect the background of Robert Smith in his letter in the “My Turn” column and his logical defense of weapons in the hands of responsible citizens. But I find nowhere in the article (April 6) the other side of …
GUNS: Training is the key
A recent “My Turn” column on safe gun ownership validates some recently expressed concerns. The motto expressing the right to own a firearm coupled with the responsibility to use it wisely and safely is valid, if t…
FELONS: Of bonds and bondage
When will we learn? I saw something on TV this week that reminded me of an old saying, “You’ve got to be kidding me.” It was brought to mind after a habitual felon was arrested after 24 prior convictions and then w…
REBUTTAL: Let's talk, Allen
I’m confident that the intention behind Allen Marsh’s opinion on global warming and then taking a sharp turn down a rabbit hole off subject on the homosexual community was perhaps based on misguided fear and lack o…
GUNS: Let's face reality
Robert Smith’s “My Turn” about the utility of being able to fight back in life-threatening situations was spot on. He was offering an observation based on special training, a lifetime of experiences and study. Unli…
VETOES: Override the governor
We read on Coeur d’Alene Press front page on April 6 and to be fair researched the state site for a “fair and constructive conclusion,” the hypocrisy. S115/H296 required the source of funding.
IDEA: Annex the outliers
Here’s a suggestion that might appease the people of Athol and the Redoubt movement in Kootenai County: Let Bonner County annex them. That way, the anti-regulation, Libertarian-leaning crowd can stick together. Let…
STAR: Clues about the card
There are a lot of questions about the STAR card. Most people have no clue about it.
LEGISLATURE: Smelly messes abound
This session of the Legislature has been a lot like winter, so many snowstorms, most days, it was hard to see what was going on. Now that spring thaw has come, it’s apparent what the dogs have left in the yard.
WALLEYE: Let 'em run
I am an avid outdoorsman and I have grown up in North Idaho enjoying the abundance of opportunity it has to offer. Mostly, I support the Idaho Department of Fish and Game because I have been blessed with a lifetime…
POLITICS: Merchandising madness
I do not believe political merchandise should be sold or promoted at any business. You will piss off close to half your customers!
TAX RETURNS: Good for everyone
For years we have heard about the House and Senate wanting to see all sorts of documents from the current presidents. With another request from a House chairman asking for President Trump’s tax returns, I believe t…