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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 …
HANKS: A rousing endorsement
Have you heard that two Hanks brothers are running for the State House of Representatives for districts 3 and 4? I’m so proud to say, “Those are my boys!” I’m also proud of them for being willing to stand up agains…
PROP 2: A provider's view
I have worked as a psychiatric nurse practitioner in the North Idaho community since 1998. It is a well-known but little acknowledged truth that individuals with serious mental health issues are not as likely to wo…
ADDIS: For state House
I strongly encourage your vote for Jim Addis for Idaho House Seat 4A.
SOUZA: For state Senate
In these turbulent times, there is no one better suited to represent the 4th District in the Idaho State Senate than Mary Souza. Senator Souza’s background in the medical field, as well as her experience with the s…
MIDTERM: Conservatives unite
Probably the most important election in 50 years is coming up on Nov. 6. Conservatives need to get off their posteriors and vote in mass to keep socialists at bay. Our republic depends on conservatives winning the …
ELECTION: Not these two
The following letter was published by the Coeur d’Alene Press before the 2014 election. Unfortunately, it is still pertinent today.
GOOKIN: For county clerk
I have been a Kootenai County employee. I can tell you that the employees at the county are some of the hardest-working people I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. I can also speak to the importance of havin…
ADDIS: Ideal for job
I am writing this letter because in the 25 years I have known Jim Addis, he has always been committed, enthusiastic and passionate about our community. Over the years, our paths crossed frequently in our community …
HAYDEN: No on tax hike
If you approve the city’s ballot measure on Nov. 6, Hayden will raise their levy rate from $1.23 per $1,000 valuation to $2.50 per $1,000 valuation or an increase of more than 100 percent!
NOV. 6: Remember Mark Twain
Well, “they are here” like the poltergeist, POLITICIANS. It’s time to cast one of your most prized possessions, YOUR VOTE and they are after it. Many are asking for it, few have earned it and only some will be fort…
GOP: Common sense will prevail
The best Government money can buy! Does that ring a bell? Oh goodness sake, President Trump is not a politician; Drain the swamp, make American great again? Oh no, what about all the big money that the pimps have s…
AMADOR: A perfect fit for state rep
With election day right around the corner I write this letter to support Paul Amador’s campaign to be re-electede to Idaho House Seat 4B. First of all, Paul is a wonderful, bright young man with lots of common sens…
GOOKIN: The right man for clerk
As an elected official, I have worked closely with the Kootenai County Clerk for 18 years. It is a complex job. I am voting Dan Gookin County Clerk.
ELECTION: Be sure to vote
Have you done your work and decided to vote for the people that have you and me in their thoughts instead of themselves? I pray that you have because this world is going down the toilet fast! Last year only 22,705 …
DUNCAN: For less regulations
My wife and I have had the privilege of knowing Leslie Duncan, Candidate for Commissioner District 3, for more than 14 years. Over those years, we know her to be a person you can count on and trust with responsibil…