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 …
SOUZA: Ethics are on her side
I’m appalled that Jack Riggs would use the Chamber of Commerce’s mailing list, which should be protected and neutral, to send a letter to chamber members. The content of this letter is misleading, and urges chamber…
WIDMYER: It's all about leadership
This city election is not your run-of-the-mill, ho-hum voting day. This one is different.
DRIVERS: Light up, will you?
On these recent foggy mornings, I noticed many cars did not turn on their headlights. As a reminder to those drivers, it should be done so other drivers can see them! As we approach the winter season, and some ligh…
GOP: My stance on caucus vote
Staff writer Jeff Selle reporting on last Tuesday’s Kootenai County Republican Central Committee meeting attributed the following statement to me: “Cross said he would not vote to withdraw support of that organizat…
WINNERS: Games offer perspective
CHARITY: Bad lurking in good
Several churches and charities have free meals for the community and the homeless, but some take a real bad hand on all this. These churches and charities provide free clothes for these people in need, but some of …
Candidate endorsement letters Oct. 26
CAVE: Stay out of the dark, Cd'A
VISION: 1 meeting, two perspectives
I am writing this letter in response to the criticism of the CDA 2030 workshops that was expressed by a rural property owner. I attended this same workshop and currently I have chosen to live in the city of Coeur d…
WIDMYER: Right choice for mayor
I am writing in support of Steve Widmyer to be the next mayor of Coeur d’Alene. Having known Mr. Widmyer and his family over a decade, I strongly feel he is the most qualified candidate to fulfill the numerous duti…
ELECTION: Two options for voters
If you want the same old “Slam It Down Your Throat Whether You Like It or Not” City Council, you will vote for Widmyer, Miller, Evans and McEvers.
PRESS: Local is always better
I am writing to you in reference to the Post Falls Press, Oct. 17 issue. Mainly the front page, and also front page of Sports, Section B.
ELECTION: Best path to the future
To those about to vote to a successful future of Coeur d’Alene. I have voted absentee (a great service to those of us elders and others for convenience of getting the job done if they can’t get to their poll that d…
HIGHWAY: Work created danger
Due to the poor decision by the Department of Transportation in Coeur d’Alene to repave only the slow (outside) lanes on Highway 95 south, they have created treacherous driving conditions. The repaving was not done…
Candidate endorsement letters Oct. 25
WOLFE: Best man for the job
VOTE: Quality of life is critical
Our hometown of the past was also a scenic, laid back town with friendly relaxed people, until greed poisoned the quality of life for the residents. Cities have “city plans” directing city politicians, just as the …