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Herald puts holiday burden on its carriers
Letters to the Editor

Herald puts holiday burden on its carriers

November 27, 2016

I realize that when paper carriers take the job, they are aware of the times and conditions of the job they sign on for. What I don’t understand is why…

Liberals can blame themselves for Trump
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Liberals can blame themselves for Trump

November 26, 2016

It wasn’t the Trump voters who caused Donald Trump to become our president; it was the liberals and their leftist agenda. They are directly responsible. They preach against racism, and…

Human economy in conflict with nature
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Human economy in conflict with nature

November 26, 2016

“The Reel Film Experience” movies were excellent: “Time to Choose” showcased the world’s great at-risk seacoast cities along with tragic scenes of West Virginia’s mountaintop mining removal. As Naomi Klein…

BLM methane rules necessary for health
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BLM methane rules necessary for health

November 26, 2016

Ozone pollution formed by the combination of VOCs and methane causes increased emergency room visits, hospitalizations and school absenteeism due to detrimental effects on the lungs and respiratory system of…

I am grateful to live in Colorado right now
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I am grateful to live in Colorado right now

November 26, 2016

President-elect Trump and Republicans have vowed to undo all environmental regulations that protect health and safety, and to exploit public land for personal profit. Colorado has prospered with record-high tourism…

Tax lien auction 100 percent successful
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Tax lien auction 100 percent successful

November 24, 2016

Sometimes people do not pay their property taxes on time, thus the taxes become “delinquent.” If the delinquency persists until November of the year, then these tax liens are offered…

Be the neighbor you want others to be
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Be the neighbor you want others to be

November 24, 2016

Just because our neighbors do not always agree with our personal viewpoints, they are still our neighbors. If we want to have our right to have a personal opinion respected…

Elect U.S. presidents by popular vote
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Elect U.S. presidents by popular vote

November 24, 2016

Currently, Colorado has a “winner take all” method for the presidential election. The Colorado Legislature can change this method. Go to www.nationalpopularvote.com to get more information and to sign a…

Harassment of protestors unacceptable
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Harassment of protestors unacceptable

November 23, 2016

These were citizens practicing their right to disagree. Unfortunately, over the years I have raised the question of this exact behavior on Main Avenue with City Council members only to…

Call for moratorium on Chaco gas leases
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Call for moratorium on Chaco gas leases

November 23, 2016

Not only does building the oil and gas industry further climate change and the myriad impacts on public health (air pollution, heat-related disease, expanded ranges for mosquito-borne disease, food insecurity,…

Herald sees anti-Semitism selectively
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Herald sees anti-Semitism selectively

November 21, 2016

But it seems the Herald’s stand on anti-Semitism is only convenient when it supports its negative agenda as per Trump. Recent stories that were of major importance were either not…

Reliance on tax funding was shortsighted
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Reliance on tax funding was shortsighted

November 21, 2016

Now I read (“Terminal plan may need to shrink,” Herald, Nov. 18) that other means to fund a new airport besides a property tax on county property owners are being…

Trump vote a rebellion against liberalism
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Trump vote a rebellion against liberalism

November 21, 2016

But, you’re to be admired for your brass. Think of the Trump phenomenon like this. A lot of people didn’t care for Trump but voted for him for the same…

Drivers of trucks at protest are cowards
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Drivers of trucks at protest are cowards

November 20, 2016

Endangering the health of our children with toxic fumes – remember, they breathe twice as fast as adults – is criminal and there is absolutely no excuse for this poisonous…

Trump needs prayers and guidance now
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Trump needs prayers and guidance now

November 20, 2016

Now Mr. Trump needs to be given a chance to lead (as Ms. Clinton wisely stated). He needs the prayers of American citizens to be guided in his decisions ……

React to election by getting involved
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React to election by getting involved

November 20, 2016

It was quite disheartening to see how few people decided to vote in the election. Since these people decided not to vote, we have no idea if it was out…

Ignore distractions and focus on issues
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Ignore distractions and focus on issues

November 20, 2016

We have to stop attacking each other. We have to start listening to each other or they will win. “They” being the government, the political machine that wants to distract…

Thanks for support and chance to meet
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Thanks for support and chance to meet

November 20, 2016

I kept my promise to campaign on the issues and to show up throughout the district, consistent with my motto as a state senator and public servant: “No one will…

GOP women’s health policy abets crime
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GOP women’s health policy abets crime

November 19, 2016

In 1966, Dictator Nicolae Ceausescu of Romania banned all access to reproductive health care. Years later, crime spiked. Young males enter a criminal prime in their late teens. Sixteen to…

Look into Trump’s extensive Russia ties
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Look into Trump’s extensive Russia ties

November 19, 2016

“The FBI aided in getting a Russian obligate elected U.S. president. What are you going to do about the Dworkin Report and the FBI remaining silent on the extensive and…

Election saw no sign of press objectivity
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Election saw no sign of press objectivity

November 19, 2016

As I write this five days after the results came in, the LA Times, New York Times and the Washington Post columnists should be arrested for animal abuse as they…

Trump ‘crude-ified’ the U.S. electorate
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Trump ‘crude-ified’ the U.S. electorate

November 19, 2016

With his victory, Trump’s legacy – the “crude-ification” of the American electorate – is solidly established. Are all Trump supporters coarse, vulgar, churlish louts? Maybe not, but have you seen…

Election definitely a reason to celebrate
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Election definitely a reason to celebrate

November 19, 2016

The second revolution in this country has begun. Come along for the ride all you liberals, and enjoy as “America Becomes Great Again.” God bless America, God bless President-Elect Donald…

Fluoride not why dental health improved
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Fluoride not why dental health improved

November 19, 2016

If you wish to look at the results of the CDC’s and World Health Organization’s statistics that point out that the improvement in dental health over the last 50 years…

‘Girls’ care about inner health as well
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‘Girls’ care about inner health as well

November 19, 2016

My reservations on the content of the event, which may have been preconceived on what I somehow anticipated at this event – the first ever female-focused “expo” I have ever…

Relearn the skill of divergent thinking
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Relearn the skill of divergent thinking

November 19, 2016

You are born a beautiful, pure, blank slate. If you are lucky, you escape religious dogma. At a very young age, you are forced into the school system. For a…

Have holiday conversations that count
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Have holiday conversations that count

November 19, 2016

While sharing these blessings with your loved ones, this is a perfect opportunity to ask them to understand and support your wishes in terms of medical care down the road.…

After election, chill and look to the future
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After election, chill and look to the future

November 17, 2016

When Barack Obama got elected, the response was if we disagreed we would be labeled racist hate mongers. Oh, we were worried, but it had absolutely nothing to do with…