Letters to the Editor
Letters Policy. The Press encourages letters as a means for readers to share opinions and feedback about local and regional news and events. However, letters will not be published if they include profane, obscene language or if they promote, foster or perpetuate discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, physical or mental disability or sexual orientation. Letters must not exceed 275 words. Letters must include the writer’s full name, hometown and daytime phone number (not for publication) or they will not be published. Please submit letters to: [email protected], or mail to Readers Write, The Press, 215 N. Second St., Coeur d’Alene, ID 83816.
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 …
LCDC: Housing plan looks like a mess
I am writing this letter as a concerned homeowner of midtown Coeur d’Alene.
MEDS: Prices vary dramatically
I recently had need to refill a medical prescription for blood pressure medication. Instead of my doctor calling the information to the pharmacy, I elected to check prices. The following was revealed:
ARMS: Rights make might
In response to Bruce Hansen’s “Guns: Amendment words to fight over:”
MATHESON: No innuendo here
Steve Matheson was recently criticized in a letter to the editor for “making innuendo assertions lacking follow up substance.” I am not certain what she considers “follow up substance,” but had she done her homewor…
THOMAS: Honest and competent
Laurie Thomas, Republican candidate for Kootenai County Treasurer, has served as Deputy Treasurer for the past 13 years. These years of hard work and dedication have prepared her well to be the next Kootenai County…
ARMS: Rights of individuals
This is in response to Bruce Hansen’s letter in The Press on April 30, where he attempts to perpetuate the notion that the right to keep and bear arms noted in the Second Amendment was somehow meant to be a collect…
GOP: More on central committee
Hank Martin writes an excellent letter, and his sentiments are in the right place. It is just unfortunate that he did not take time to check his facts.
LCDC: Helped get this business going
I am a new business owner in downtown Coeur d’Alene. “The Way Back” at 213 N. Fourth St. is a co-op shop selling vintage and antique items, as well as art and local handmade wares. I’m ever so grateful to Lake City…
HEALTH: Help the region get healthier
As a Registered Dietitian with the Panhandle Health District, I recently attended the Creating Healthy Communities Summit. The summit brought together people from industries and organizations statewide to find ways…
FORUM: New ideas needed
On May 1, I attended the legislative candidates forum at North Idaho College. It was an interesting format and all the candidates seemed comfortable in the living room setting. Several topics were discussed from lo…
IDAHO: Time for enlightenment
Idaho is becoming the laughing stock of the nation.
WAGES: Another side of the issue
Regarding the April 27 editorial on low wages:
U.S.: Nation's image diminished
A Pew Research study of 2011, taken in seven Muslim nations, asked six questions relative to their thoughts regarding the moral character of the citizens of the United States. The following are averages of their co…
McEUEN: Visitors praise the park
Well done Coeur d’Alene! The reconstructed McEuen Park is a true treasure in an already beautiful city situated on a beautiful lake, surrounded by beautiful mountains, and home to warm and friendly people. We trave…
ALBRIGHT: Brings history to life
I love Syd Albright’s history articles. They are interesting and tell great stories. When I read them, I find myself drawn within the story and delighted in the way he lays it all out. It flows so smoothly. His mos…