Letters to the Editor

U.S. must consider its policy motivations

We went into the Iraq War in the name of liberty and justice for the world; freely killing citizens –…

October 12, 2013

Tea party will destroy economy, status

Shelly Hartney Durango

October 12, 2013

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Speak out Tuesday against ADU proposal

3) The argument that we need affordable housing right downtown has no merit because Durango has a great public transportation…

October 12, 2013

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Motorcycle incident creates false image

Some in the media have reported the facts but others are sensationalizing the story. I urge you to report this…

October 12, 2013

Letters to the Editor

End bag problem with discount, not a fee

Certain “biodegradable” plastics are available but can be hazardous in themselves if not composted properly. We have become a fat,…

October 12, 2013

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Durango’s hospitality is much appreciated

A woman next to me at the counter offered to give me a $20 bill to cover the expense. Then…

October 12, 2013

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Easement plans would benefit only one man

Records show that Zink purchased this land in 2005. As Zink noted, the property deed provided him notice that “there…

October 10, 2013

Letters to the Editor

Obamacare revealed for the train wreck it is

It reminds me of what the Democrat-controlled state Senate gleefully forced upon us Coloradans recently with the passage of unreasonable,…

October 10, 2013

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Blue-eyed president would not face struggles

As soon as he was elected, mean and vulgar bumper stickers began appearing on cars. Ku Klux Klan applications soared…

October 9, 2013

Letters to the Editor

Martin would set high standards for district

James Foster Durango

October 9, 2013

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To resolve shutdown, call Tipton, read Bible

The craziness is the complete hypocrisy that the tea party Republicans and their followers have in attacking the new health-care…

October 9, 2013

Letters to the Editor

Honor Orton in Dyslexia Awareness Month

Through his observations and brain research, Orton discovered specific differences in the cerebral organization of people with average to above-average…

October 8, 2013

Letters to the Editor

Tipton should help GOP get back to work

He had a couple of bills come up, but even a blind dog finds a bone now and then. He…

October 8, 2013

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Employees make Durango Herald a pleasure

Yvonna Graham Durango

October 7, 2013

Letters to the Editor

Most Americans would like reasoned debate

This view offers some comfort, as we now experience the effects of extreme obstinance, blatant uncooperativeness, unwillingness to responsibly legislate…

October 7, 2013

Letters to the Editor

No, disposable shopping bags are not free

Let’s think about these facts. Locally, in Durango each year, we use more than 7 million disposable plastic bags, most…

October 7, 2013

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Support mill levy increase for cemetery

Many of my family members are buried in this cemetery; my parents, grandparents, great-grandparents and several aunts and uncles. I…

October 6, 2013

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Scientific consensus backs global warming

For example, these scientific associations have issued statements that climate is clearly warming and human factors contribute significantly to that…

October 6, 2013

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Story did not mention favorite dance studio

This studio helps children develop self-esteem and has helped several past students attain college scholarships through their program. Terri Alexus…

October 5, 2013

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What is social media’s role in terrorism?

Now you’re asking yourself, what use would a terrorist have for sites where teenagers post their daily doings, selfies or…

October 5, 2013

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Easement should settle Hidden Valley issue

The adjoining private property for which the access is requested was protected “forever” by conservation easement in 1990. (This easement…

October 5, 2013

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Experience and passion qualify Martin

Kim Martin would make an excellent school board member. Her years of teaching in the classroom, and passion for public…

October 5, 2013

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Alternative Horizons helps victims exit cycle

First, and most importantly, there is a confidential 24/7 hotline at 247-9619 where trained advocates are standing by to offer…

October 5, 2013

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Native Americans’ plight a useful lesson

What did that tyrannical entity do for them? It developed a systematic effort to exterminate them by eliminating their food…

October 5, 2013

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Businesses earn good Samaritan chops

Driving someplace to have it fixed was not an option, but fortunately for us, the Jiffylube was located next door…

October 5, 2013

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‘Yes’ to bag fee; it is more than symbolic

Bag fees actually save clogs in sewer systems – yes, now happening in Durango; save the litter of bags caught…

October 5, 2013

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Listen to America; ‘no’ to Obamacare

Start reporting the truth for real hope and change. Daniel Percell Ignacio

October 5, 2013

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Magazine features incredible local resources

I believe in promoting local small businesses and commend the Herald for placing a spotlight on the amazing talent that…

October 5, 2013

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Will road effort alter ‘permanent protection’?

Contrary to the story, the Zink property is not landlocked and he does have other alternatives. I commend Zink for…

October 5, 2013

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Climate change goes beyond rocket science

The reader is likely familiar with the brouhaha expressed on these pages when the last IPCC Report was issued in…

October 3, 2013