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 …
TRUMP: Targeting terrorists
Rodney Joki presented an open letter to Pres. Trump wondering why he excluded Egypt and Saudi Arabia from his list of dangerous Islamic states. Obviously I’m not a spokesman for Pres. Trump, but I would like to hel…
SCHOOLS: A student's support
Although I’m not old enough to vote yet, I would like to encourage those of you who can to vote for the 2017 Coeur d’Alene School District Supplemental Levy. As a student of Lake City High School, I have directly b…
OBAMA: No love here
Marvin George Miller, Steve Novak, Rick Linscott make me proud to have fought for America against terrorism and liberals (home grown terrorists). Betsy Rosenberg (a Jewish descendant) praises the Muslim Obama and h…
SCHOOLS: Vote for community
I am supporting the Coeur d’Alene School District’s March 14th Levy and Bond because neither will raise my tax rate. Soon, the previous Levy and Bond will expire, and these will take their place and provide a conti…
SCOUTS: Keep gays out
This letter is in response to the editorial given in the Feb. 3 paper entitled “Chivalry marches forward.” This editorial gave an extremely disgusting false narrative concerning the Boy Scouts allowing those of the…
MUSICAL: Catch it if you can
Sunday I had the JOY of watching great entertainment. The Play — Musical “Catch Me If You Can” at the Kroc Center was magical!
SCHOOLS: Show your support
As a mom of two girls attending schools in the Coeur d’Alene School District, I am so grateful for what the schools do everyday. As a teacher, I am proud to work alongside such dedicated educators.
ANGEL: On to bigger things
The Hospice Thrift Store lost an angel recently. Alice Bundy was one of the tireless volunteers who worked there and made my weekly trip in all the more fun. She was always so kind and helpful to everyone. She will…
IMMIGRATION: Proposed solution
America is crowded.
FOOD: A modest proposal
I think I’ve found the perfect solution for getting more food in the food banks (see Bare Bank Blues, Feb. 4 Press). Those of us who hesitate about spending an outrageous amount for a food item and continually see …
SCHOOLS: Yes to levy, bond
Coeur d’Alene is the most amazing place to raise a family. It is a small town where you run into your kids’ teachers at the gym, the park, at local restaurants, the grocery store, and our local beaches. They choose…
TERRORISTS: A serious question
Since 11 of the 13 Islamic terrorists who destroyed the Twin Towers and attempted to destroy the Pentagon on Sept. 11, 2001 were nationals of Saudi Arabia, and two were Egyptian citizens, I have an open question fo…
CDA: Answers the call
Less than one hour after leaving a voice message for the Coeur d’Alene street department, a supervisor in a pickup truck and a plow with driver arrived to push very large ice berms away from and eliminate a pond th…
RECYCLE: Start now
I am writing the letter to inform and make aware of the lack of recycling in our community from a student perspective. I’m a junior at Coeur d’Alene High School who is concerned about our environment and the defici…
OBAMA: Jabs hit paydirt
Joe Gore’s short but very sweet letter said it all! Stating where Obama can pick up his Legacy at Subaru — if they have any left!