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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 …
SPEECH: The real costs
Surely, I am not the only person who is sick and tired of hearing the term, “FREEDOM OF SPEECH” used to cover up and excuse any and all kinds of crimes. Webster’s Dictionary: “SPEECH: THE ACT OF SPEAKING, EXPRESSIO…
CONSUMER: Ramsey is right
Thank you Consumer Guy for recognizing Dave Ramsey in your article, Oct. 19, “Debt is a Vampire.”
LICENSE: Step up, state
I was amazed to learn from the sheriff in your paper, that his office has the responsibility and challenges to run the Idaho State DMV office here locally. How bizarre is that? Only two states, one of which is this…
DEMS: Anti-American on taxes
What is wrong with the Democrats? Why do they persist in their Anti-American Class Warfare?
LICENSE: Ben's got it right
Sheriff Wolfinger’s solution for the state to take over the Driver’s License offices is the smartest thing I’ve heard in ages.
ROSE: For Timberlake fire
I have seen Deborah Rose’s efforts make a positive impact on the lives of those who live in the Timberlake Fire Protection District. Her dedication, hard work and skill has helped to conserve much of our rural area…
POLITICS: Stand up, speak out
Political narcissism and reckless governance are at last under attack by past presidents and a few daring political leaders. Exclusion, falsehoods and hatred have no place in our democracy. We, as citizens of this …
AEROSPACE: Support is needed
The EXIM Bank fills export financing gaps through its loan, guarantee and insurance programs when the private sector is unable or unwilling. It’s an independent self-supporting federal agency that costs the U.S. ta…
DIVERS: Dumping common sense
Dumpster diving has been a problem for a long time. In fact, it is so bad we ought to station a sheriff’s deputy at each dumping site. Then we could catch these hard core criminals and throw them in the slammer whe…
SIGNS: Know the laws
Regarding the recent front-page article, Coeur d’Alene Press, Oct. 20, “Steal a sign, commit a crime,” which contained a statement by Deborah Rose complaining about the theft of her campaign signs, and the fact tha…
1st AMENDMENT: See 14th, too
I believe Sholeh Patrick ignores the historical sequence of the First Amendment anti-establishment clause. It means what it says, not that it restricts “government” acting. It is specific to Congress.
SPEECH: About real freedom
Freedom of Speech is misunderstood, misused and corrupted from its designed legal purpose: to prohibit authorities in power from prosecuting citizens over politics. That beliefs should NOT land one in jail and diss…
ANTHONY: Ideal for PF
Steve Anthony is a great choice for Post Falls City Council. Steve has more than 40 years experience with city government and independent organizations. I had the opportunity to work alongside Steve for most of tho…
WORDS: Still ring true
Found this little tidbit in some old papers and thought it would be a good reminder for today’s times as well. It was titled “Worth Remembering:”
RESPONSE: So much anger
Cecil, it’s not healthy to have so much hate. Can’t imagine what your blood pressure is. Have you taken it lately? You have so much hostility, rancor, venom, hatred and loathing for just one man. Not healthy for th…