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 …
EVOLUTION: The discussion evolves
I would like to congratulate Chris Major on his editorial rebuttal of my earlier letter. He is correct in his observation that evolution is in essence based on a religious belief rather than on scientific facts. I …
SENIORS: Agency calls for volunteers
Friends for Seniors Needed:
THOMAS: She has earned your vote
I am writing in support of Laurie Thomas for the office of Kootenai County Treasurer. As the Latah County Treasurer, I feel qualified to recommend this intelligent, hardworking, honest woman. As Chief Deputy in the…
BUNDY: Just the facts, ma'am
In response to Kimberly Moore’s April 16 letter about Mr. Cliven Bundy’s dispute with the BLM, I would like to correct some of the statements, offer my opinion of the situation and let Ms. Moore know I AM paying cl…
CATS: Deal with feral felines
As a resident of Coeur d’Alene for 70+ years, I feel compelled to write concerning feral cats. The recent articles about the cute little kittens in L.A. reminded me of our own problems. The cat problem in our city …
EVOLUTION: Don't put God in box
In response to Chris Major’s Letter to the Editor on April 16:
COLUMN: Cheers for getting it right
Gary deYoung’s well-written and well-researched “My Turn” on Tuesday, April 15, is one that should be read and re-read by anyone wanting to improve America’s health care system. And anyone who does not wish to impr…
DEE: Child still not home
As of today, Dee has been incarcerated for 30 days. Although this may not include iron bars, it amounts to the same. Dee is not allowed to return to her home. Worse yet, she is forbidden visitation by the only peop…
GOP: Vote person, not party
GOP factions need to come together, by Colleen Allison:
COUNCIL: Up late, power to people
During a City Council meeting, developers dwelled on property rights.
MEDICARE: Let's all be responsible
Accountability.
McEUEN: Photo a rigid reminder
It is an April Fools’ joke, right? That picture on page A6 of Friday’s April 11 Press — OUTSTANDING!
VOTERS: Bring end to caucuses
“Retard the vote! Please fellow Republicans, whatever you do in 2016, please don’t vote.”
CAUCUS: Been there, done that
Thank you, Kellie Palm, for your My Turn column “Time to Take Back Local GOP.”
COLUMN: Lots to agree with
I’d like to respond to Kellie Palm’s My Turn column of April 11: