Too often, the topics and content are nonsensical and lack any relevance to current issues or events. Furthermore, the writing style comes across as pretentious and self-serving, better suited for…
There was also an obituary for Virginia Herrera published in the Herald on the same day as Jack’s column. Virginia worked for over 20 years as a dedicated employee at…
Does he truly believe that Coloradans are under attack? Probably not. More likely, he believes what his campaign and party leaders are advising based on research of what fires up…
Let me see if I’ve got this tale of woes right: President Trump has been abasing himself, shamelessly, slavishly, to ruthless Vladimir Putin, president-forever of poor Russia. He has surrendered…
Without the benefit of the Electoral College, the decision on our next president will be handed over to the residents of the most populous cities. Colorado’s residents would have no…
From thousands of miles away, people came to escape the harsh and repressive state legislatures of their origin. The science of marijuana, once confined to wall-less jails and quarantined with…
The mind-bender is that Rep. Scott Tipton voted against it. The Colorado Sun reported the legislation is a result of a decade of discussions in Western Slope communities. Tipton’s pro-fossil…
The main argument for their agenda is we need to adhere to what’s been proposed in the past, as if those administrators had all the answers. Of course, the new…
It made me think of my vow, so that I will increase the chances of leaving this Earth habitable for the next generation and the other living things we share…
I would be remiss if I didn’t thank a few people for their hard work in making this happen: Cathy Enns, campaign manager, and Brenda Marshall, assistant director. I also…
I tried to understand what the editor was trying to say, was it that the “fellow up in Pueblo” was only hateful and stupid, and so don’t attach any importance…
We at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Durango are committed to bringing more understanding and acceptance into the world as we strive for radical inclusion of people regardless of gender…
Jobs are crucial to the stability of our economy. Fears have been raised about a loss of Colorado jobs when transitioning from coal, oil and gas extraction to clean energy.…
The answer he gave was that this was impossible because LPEA was already set in how it deals with unclaimed funds. I still believe that unclaimed capital credits should revert…
Our forefathers had the wisdom to insure that one group of people do not cram their decisions down our throats, like, for example, people in big cities dictating who leads…
It may seem that way on the surface, but underneath, the policies of the current administration are exacerbating bubbles that do not bode well and have led to a deficit…
Moms Demand Action has given us no solution in the real time of the event. What they are doing is bringing a political topic into the mix to sway our…
Prioritizing the new red-scare Russia hysteria, pointless inquiries and hearings and the feeding of a ceaseless media circus over accomplishing anything useful is disgusting and absolutely unsurprising. Let’s not even…
The bill provides a designation of certain wilderness areas, recreation areas and conservation areas in Colorado. Wild spaces of habitat are key for healthy populations of game and fish. What…
Our members are actively considering contract options that will deliver more flexibility for local renewable energy generation. We are preparing a Responsible Energy Plan to meet environmental goals, reduce emissions…
Through this election process, I have been able to observe Stephanie at work on the school board. I have noticed that she puts time into research and seeks to only…
After receiving a letter of notification, I inquired about the move, since Horse Gulch is a nightmare. It is close to a very busy intersection off of Highways 3 and…
I believe it is far, far better to take one’s time to merge into the left lane when there are obvious openings and plenty of time than having people race…
Through our justice work we continually become more aware of how devastating it is to LGBTQ youth to be isolated, rejected or made invisible. Displaying a rainbow flag does not…
You are willing to reveal a whistleblower’s identity.You are willing to trash anyone who speaks truth against this president, including a patriot with a Purple Heart.You are allowing a violation…
I worked alongside her for years as she tirelessly sought to provide educational opportunities to our communities most venerable at the Durango Adult Education Center. She is one of the…
Fifty thousand striking members of the United Auto Workers walked off their jobs at GM last month in a fight largely over health care benefits. GM is holding workers’ superior…
His opponent was not necessarily the best the Democratic Party had to offer and was running for Barack Obama’a third term. Looking at the current crop of progressive candidates, it…
Bennet and Rep. Joe Neguse introduced the bill last January, and it has seen quick action in the U.S. House, having passed the Natural Resources Committee in June. It’s now…
As a member of the Parks and Recreation advisory board, I can attest to the community input received and the thoughtful method used to prepare the updated Parks Open Space…
