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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 …
BORDER CRISIS: Republicans killed the bill
A recent article highlighted the hypocrisy of Idaho’s congressional leaders. Senators Crapo and Risch and Representatives Simpson and Fulcher dared to blame the Biden administration for Idaho’s problems with fentan…
PROP 1: Rigged elections
A lot of signs are popping up proclaiming “Rigged Choice Voting” and urge voters to vote “NO” on Proposition 1. Which election system is “rigged?” Is it “Open Primaries with Ranked Choice Voting” or our current “Cl…
NATIONAL DEBT: Make your vote count
Thirty-five trillion — and growing. For a quick review, a million dollars in hundred dollar bills weighs approximately 22 pounds, a billion — 22,000 pounds, a trillion — 22,000,000 pounds, 35 trillion — 770,000,000…
KOHBERGER TRIAL: No more delays
As I picked up Thursday’s Press (Oct. 10), I immediately noticed the pink headline: “Judge delays murder trial of Kohberger, suspect in U of I students’ 2022 deaths.” What an injustice to the four families and frie…
ENDORSEMENT: Vote for Norris
In this election for Sheriff, voters have a clear and obvious choice to retain incumbent Robert Norris. Soon after he was elected, Sheriff Norris brought his newly assembled Command Team to meet with me. The purpos…
OPEN PRIMARIES: They are more inclusive
Open primaries have a profoundly positive impact on voters and the democratic process as a whole. One of the most compelling aspects of open primaries is their commitment to inclusivity. By allowing voters from var…
ENDORSEMENT: Vote for levies, Marano, Prop 1, Hearn
Accounting 101 — school levies — why we must vote yes.
BUS SERVICE: Citylink is essential
I am writing in support of Citylink public transit. This is a necessary service for many in our community. I have been using it and training young adults with disabilities on how to use Citylink for 15 years. Cityl…
PROP 1: It’s a plan to get more liberals elected
Prop. 1 is a plan to make it easier for liberals to enter office in Idaho. As we know, under our current voting system in Idaho that has been very difficult for them, hence the push for Prop. 1.
ENDORSEMENT: Vote for Durbin, Knudtsen, Havercroft
It was disappointing to receive the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee’s (KCRCC) “misleading” mailer last week. There’s already been so much concern around the KCRCC’s lack of transparency and trust in th…
ENDORSEMENT: Vote for Marano
Candidates who reflect my values and those of our community are my preference. The best way to know what a candidate believes is to learn about them. Paula MARANO is a longtime resident of Kootenai County. I know P…
PRESS CARRIER: Thanks, Tammy
Compliments to our Coeur d’Alene Press carrier, Tammy.
ENDORSEMENT: Vote for Marano
If you are thinking of voting a straight party ticket consider this…
FIRE LEVY: Vote yes
A recent letter asks if a NO vote on the proposed override levy for Northern Lakes Fire District will drastically reduce the protection of one’s home.
ENDORSEMENT: Vote Havercroft, Durbin, Knudtsen
I just got the KCRCC postcard from my precinct committeeman. The first thing on it is a blue box asking me to vote for Lyons, McKenzie and Angiletta as NIC trustees. Then it says “Make NIC great again.”