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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 …
CHART: A step to compromise
The Sunday Coeur d’Alene Press lead article and associated editorial performed a great public service. Whether we are left or right on the political spectrum, it is important for citizens to be aware of the politic…
CDA: Support school requests
Tuesday, March 12 is a very important voting day in Coeur d’Alene. On the ballot is the renewal of the M&O levy and the Construction Bond for the Coeur d’Alene School District. For both items, we have the opportuni…
DALTON: Reasons for unrest
The straw that broke the camel’s back was the pending litigation over the use of one’s property to subdivide; but, it’s far greater than that. It’s about how the City Council doesn’t listen to its citizens with reg…
PROP 2: Time to do something
Open Letter to Sen. Mary Souza:
CHART: Insult to the intelligent
To evaluate media bias, the citizens of Kootenai County do not need a chart from an unknown Denver lawyer. The fact that Ms. Otero places news sources such as The New York Times, the three major networks and Time m…
CHART: Obvious liberal bias
Otero’s Media Bias Chart in Sunday’s paper is another liberal’s distortion or ignorance of facts. In her FAQ page she admits to being a “moderate liberal” which is an oxymoron in the time of a Democrat party that e…
DALTON: Why recall is necessary
The recent mailing from Dalton Gardens Mayor Roberge does a fine job of misrepresenting the claims made by opponents of the Streeter subdivision debacle. Opponents of the misguided council decision DO NOT claim thi…
CHART: Media bias on display
The “Blaze Media Chart” article, on the front page of the Sunday CDA Press, confirms media bias more than anything else that could be shown. To put NBS, CBS, ABC, and PBS TV News in the highest category of neutral/…
TRUMP: Issues with statement
“Look, America’s done some bad things too …” (My thoughts regarding the wall are the same as the President then.)
CHART: The thing about bias
You couldn’t miss the huge front-page chart on Sunday showing the so-called “media bias chart.” After looking it over and reading the article, I couldn’t help but ask myself three questions.
CHART: Proof of collusion
I read the article anyway even though the “unbiased chart” explained everything I already know. Vanessa Otero is as biased as anyone. She proposes to “make news consumers smarter and news media better,” even though…
CHART: Leans way left
I read with interest the front page “information” in the Sunday, Feb 17 issue.
VALENTINES: Joy to the elderly
Your Valentine’s Day story of the Hayden Meadows Green Thumb Club was so refreshing, and positive; it literally made our day! Knowing there are young people who are learning how to brighten the lives of the elderly…
CHART: Read the methodology
The Media Bias Chart in Sunday’s edition is an interesting concept but may have inherent flaws. One should read the developer’s comments on her methodology and biases before using. See: https://bit.ly/2X7ypQ9
PLOW: Service exceeds expectations
After back-to-back snow events over a short period of time, Post Falls city plowing has been slammed. I had some concerns over snow berms, but I was very pleased when the Public Works Supervisor quickly answered my…