Opinion & Letters to the Editor

The 416 Fire and anti-train movement
Letters to the Editor

The 416 Fire and anti-train movement

June 27, 2018

I myself have made five visits to Durango to ride and photograph since my first visit in 1994, enjoying the overall history, the restaurants and a few bars. It would…

Drought: Find ways to conserve water
Letters to the Editor

Drought: Find ways to conserve water

June 26, 2018

That afternoon, my family went out to lunch at a restaurant on Main Avenue. As soon as we were seated, the pleasant waitperson arrived at the table to fill our…

Do not attract bears displaced by fires
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Do not attract bears displaced by fires

June 26, 2018

There are more potential evacuees as this fire continues to impact lives: Bears may be forced to find new territories. Bears are territorial. Habitat already occupied by other bears will…

Object of wonder
Editorials

Object of wonder

June 26, 2018

Katrina, Sandy and Andrew are just three great examples from the Atlantic. The most appropriately named Pacific storm Bud, however, will be remembered in these parts for timing – for…

There are no positive words for Trump
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There are no positive words for Trump

June 26, 2018

Trump has done absolutely nothing for people of color, and I believe given the chance he would deport every non-white person he could, legal or not. Dennis, the words that…

News avoids the cause of our disasters
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News avoids the cause of our disasters

June 26, 2018

Oddly, in coverage of the other areas elsewhere with natural disasters such as fire, mudslides, storms, mega rainfalls and floods, there is virtually no coverage of the main cause. These…

Voices must be heard in a democracy
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Voices must be heard in a democracy

June 25, 2018

Earl Landgrebe was a Congressman. He served as the U.S. representative for the 2nd district in Indiana. He is remembered (unfavorably) for his famous line at the Watergate hearings, as…

Tribe’s ranching agreements unresolved
Letters to the Editor

Tribe’s ranching agreements unresolved

June 25, 2018

On March 19, I received a certified letter from Navajo Nation Department of Agriculture telling me to respond within 10 days of my decision to leave or reapply for the…

Grateful beyond words for all the help
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Grateful beyond words for all the help

June 23, 2018

Yesterday, I was assisted by Denver police officers escorting and assisting those returning to Lake Purgatory. Local volunteers and county employees went house to house with safety literature to assure…

Fencing will avert tragedy at Santa Rita
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Fencing will avert tragedy at Santa Rita

June 23, 2018

We were having such a good time when our hearts stopped as we watched a toddler almost run into the 60 mph traffic running adjacent to the park. There is…

Vote for Tim Walsworth for treasurer
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Vote for Tim Walsworth for treasurer

June 23, 2018

As longtime locals, we understand the importance of the county treasurer position. Tim is one of the hardest-working people we know. He is honest, ethical and has integrity. He has…

American heroes deserve better coverage
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American heroes deserve better coverage

June 23, 2018

A first responder (fireman, if I remember correctly) was recently honored for his twice heroic actions, and I had to read about it in a “Talk of the Town”-type article…

Train should take responsibility for fire
Letters to the Editor

Train should take responsibility for fire

June 23, 2018

Throwing coal embers into our beautiful national forests is extremely irresponsible and dangerous under these drought conditions. Look at the wildlife you’ve displaced or killed, the residents you’ve displaced and…

Stories about firefighters appreciated
Letters to the Editor

Stories about firefighters appreciated

June 23, 2018

The commitment of people like Bill Wenzel (Herald, June 11) to uproot and leave families behind, risking their own lives, to save our properties is beyond amazing. Thank YOU, Mr.…

Support Silverton neighbors with a visit
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Support Silverton neighbors with a visit

June 23, 2018

Silverton is a lovely and unique small town with a rich history. As their neighbors to the south, I would like to encourage people of Durango to consider supporting Silverton…

Blame not useful, but Durango train must change
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Blame not useful, but Durango train must change

June 23, 2018

Perhaps it is too risky for the train to take responsibility for causing the fire (exposure to lawsuits?), but the lack of assurance that this will be prevented in the…

Info on statewide races sorely lacking
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Info on statewide races sorely lacking

June 23, 2018

I have lived here now for two years, and wish to be a voter who is informed and make my decision based on what I see or read about any…

Why I support Tim Walsworth for treasurer
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Why I support Tim Walsworth for treasurer

June 23, 2018

Although I knew Tim was asked to run by multiple people, I could not take his claims of issues in the current treasurer’s office at face value without investigating for…

Time for gratitude, but keep drought guard up
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Time for gratitude, but keep drought guard up

June 23, 2018

With these conditions, without rain, we know definitely that these fires were bound to happen, just as they may continue anywhere, at any time, by any means. Lacking omniscience and…

Phil Weiser a great choice for state AG
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Phil Weiser a great choice for state AG

June 23, 2018

Phil is extremely capable, smart and experienced – he clerked for Justice (Ruth) Ginsberg on the U.S. Supreme Court, was dean of the University of Colorado School of Law and…

Use of drone photos was irresponsible
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Use of drone photos was irresponsible

June 23, 2018

I called the newsroom and asked how, in good conscience, you could post those on your website, considering the gravity of the situation. I was told that the Herald has…

We will survive
Editorials

We will survive

June 23, 2018

Shaun Stanley/Durango Herald – Pedestrians along Main Avenue are reflected in the windows of the Durango Welcome Center.du1-i-syn A devastating wildfire is one. But there are others that we’ve weathered…

Why never a positive word for Trump?
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Why never a positive word for Trump?

June 22, 2018

Why can’t you give credit where credit is due? Is there some rule at the Herald that you cannot run a cartoon or syndicated column that even hints at a…

Karl Hanlon is best choice for 3rd District
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Karl Hanlon is best choice for 3rd District

June 22, 2018

He is a successful rancher and attorney (whose practice focuses on water law) so he doesn’t need a job. He is entering the race to promote the interests of the…

Jerry McBride’s fire photos are ‘artistry’
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Jerry McBride’s fire photos are ‘artistry’

June 22, 2018

Many times I have glanced at a photo on the front page of the Herald and, whatever the subject matter, recognized Jerry’s handiwork instantly. Now, his art again being forged…