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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 …
COUNTY: 2 fine commissioners
Kootenai County has a choice for Board of County Commissioner positions on Tuesday, Nov. 4. This choice is far more important for those of us who live in Kootenai County than most people realize because the BOCC ma…
SOUZA: Informed and ready to work
We are here to support Mary Souza for our next Idaho 4th District State Senator to represent all of the citizens of Kootenai County in the Nov. 4 election. Mary is and will be “one of a kind” as a state senator who…
EBERLEIN: Best for commissioner
I am supporting Marc Eberlein for commissioner and I hope you do too. I have known Marc for many years; he is a smart, kind, considerate man. He leads his life with dignity and fairness. He is a successful business…
BARBIERI: Wrong on land issues
Why does Vito Barbieri want Idaho to take over its Federal forests and rivers? Because, as he says, “Idaho is unable to tap its abundant natural resources.” Do you really want your favorite hunting ground, your spe…
SHRINER: His line is always open
Jerry Shriner is the candidate most qualified to serve as Kootenai County Commissioner, District 2.
SHRINER: Exactly what we need
I write in support of Jerry Shriner’s campaign for Kootenai County commissioner.
STRANSKY: Has local support
We have an amazing opportunity to elect a well qualified, accomplished professional and long-term resident of Dalton Gardens to represent us as state representative, District 2A. Possessing a master’s degree in cou…
VOTE: Heed founders' wisdom
It appears our country eventually may fall into socialist control, the way it’s headed. People complain about over government control, but few get off their duffs and vote yet complain about all the excessive overr…
VOTE: Nesse and Stransky
We need significant changes if Idaho is going to improve economically and educationally.
BARBIERI: Like Founding Fathers
I read Cheryl Stransky’s flyer wherein comparisons are made between herself and Vito Barbieri. She listed all the reasons why we should re-elect Barbieri. If you want your children educated by the government, which…
VOTE: And yes, each one counts
I believe that it is my job as a voter to be informed about the candidates and the issues before voting.
SHELTON: Support him on Nov. 4
We are writing to express our support for Mica Kidd Island Fire District Fire Commissioner Chris Shelton. There is an attempt to recall Chris in the Nov. 4 election.
SILVER: Time for a new treasurer
An article in the Coeur d’Alene Press reported that Idaho State Treasurer, Ron Crane, “inappropriately transferred investments” which “cost taxpayers $10 million and could result in a total loss of $27 million.” Cr…
ARFEE: Sorry, not worth $350K
OK, enough about Arfee. The owner got his 15+ minutes and I’m sorry his dog got shot but in what universe is it worth $350K? The officer was wrong and needs some training. He was given a cut in pay and I’m sure lea…
BUSINESS: Declare your prejudices
It would be useful to have a list of area businesses, other than The Hitching Post, that would deny services to taxpaying GLBT community members. This list would eliminate the possibility of inadvertently spending …