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 …
COUPLE: Life is beautiful
There is so much in the news that is violent, ugly, sad, controversial, etc., that maybe it is appropriate to take a look at something beautiful.
INTERNET: Check providers closely
Since someone recently reported having trouble with Magic Jack, I would like to relate my poor experiences with my Internet provider, Hughesnet.
THANKS: To an honest person
I would like to thank the good Samaritan who turned my purse into Costco on Feb. 25, after I had left it in a cart in the parking lot and drove away!
GUNS: For students to defend themselves
I have heard a lot of different opinions about students possessing firearms on college campuses. Some are concerned about more shootings on school grounds, but it seems that every time a maniacal killer attacks som…
NIC: Athletics not untouchable
NIC is a local community college, and local taxpayers should all remember that Kootenai County taxpayers pay for any activity not covered by tuition income. I, for one, believe a community college should be whateve…
GAY: Still OK to just say no
In response to Phil Batt, just say the words, Idaho. I unabashedly say no to gays. We Christian and Conservative-minded millions refuse to be bullied by hate mongers and gay lifestyles. You take up half the Opinion…
GUNS: Campus commentary
The newest bumper sticker will read: My son is a straight A student at OK Corral College.
IDAHO: Too many wolves
This is provided in response to my friend Larry Book’s letter blaming the Idaho Department of Fish and Game for the lack of elk.
LETTER: The hate is within
In response to Dolores Welch’s letter to the editor on Feb. 28, I would like to tell Dolores that your letter is what is truly disgusting. The self-righteous bigotry that you spewed forth showed that the nastiness …
GAY: Criticism isn't bigotry
As a Christian, I find myself somewhat disturbed by the rising effort to legalize gay marriage. I understand there are those who feel that not allowing gays to marry is discrimination and that a change in the law i…
GUNS: Senators shot holes in truth
On Feb. 24, Senators Vick and Nonini posted an article to The Press and the Spokesman Review, in which they explain their support of SB 1254 “Campus Carry.” People reading the article will probably agree; it seems …
SIGNS: Now serving husbands, wives
In the Feb. 26 editorial by the Coeur d’Alene Press, it was suggested that a sign be placed stating, “As devout Christians, we refuse to serve anyone —.”
SIGNS: Burst bigotry's balloon
I thought Wednesday’s editorial calling on business owners who want to use their religious beliefs as an excuse to discriminate against a few people who don’t adhere to their religious guidelines, was right on. But…
GAY: Legal isn't right to God
Tell me, Phil Batt, can you honestly say it does not offend you, even a little, to see a man (your grandson) kissing passionately… (yuk) knowing the kind of anal and oral sex he is having with another man. Also the…
RELIGION: Cooper basically correct
In regard to Thursday’s My Turn column and the comments posted on the story online, Mr. Cooper might be stating his thoughts or ideas and he might not be correct on every point, but the comment that this country wa…