Bob Baer has been played by George Clooney in the Oscar-winning film “Syriana,” written by Baer. He had an amazing career in the CIA as documented in several of his…
The crucial reality of this race rests in electing a representative with both the passion and know-how to get the job done in Congress. This is not a job for…
Colorado State Capitoldu1-i-syn The need for consistently good electrical service, appropriate rates and environmental considerations are equally important across all the districts. The six candidates for the three seats could…
The other camp is supporting less expensive locally generated electricity than the mostly coal-fired power generated by Tri-State. Building local solar PV power plants will create local jobs and keep…
One is the basic concept of democratic governance. Typically, we, the people, elect our representatives based on who we feel will best represent our interests, in our community, district, city,…
This kind of thing really bothers me and offends my sense of human decency, fairness, respect, and justice. I am known for having a good sense of humor, but I…
That’s why I am asking Sen. Cory Gardner and Rep. Scott Tipton to co-sponsor the San Juan Mountains Wilderness Act (Herald, April 20). Sen. Michael Bennet introduced this bill to…
Rep. Barbara McLachlan McLachlan listed her efforts, which are moving through the Legislature, in her Herald column last weekend. McLachlan’s “grow your own” bill would provide tuition assistance for education…
Now that we have both parties represented in office, one would think that the “checks and balances” of government would be even stronger. But no. Apparently now, J. Paul realizes…
If we broke the law, we would justly suffer the consequence. If we failed in our job performance or cheated, we would be fired as a consequence. It can be…
Fine for city dwellers, but, duh, does anyone in Durango city government have a clue as to how many county residents come into town on a daily basis for work,…
Like many people, we could afford only an economical car. Because of the Colorado and federal tax credits, we were able to buy a plug-in hybrid electric car for about…
In the article about commissioners being elected by district, Commissioner Lachelt plays her predictable hand again. The reason she supports the current process is that it clearly gives the Democrats…
The “Caveman” name comes from the fact the he caves into all the special interest groups. He brags that he is not beholden to the NRA and he is going…
Tim Wheeler and Jeff Mannix want to put as much fossil fuel-generating power as possible behind us. Wheeler has a background in technology and retail and is a leader in…
Tri-State pushed all co-ops into signing a contract to pay for a coal mine and a costly attempt at building the last new coal-fired power plant. This election will not…
Colorado State Capitol<br><br>Credit: Colorado Politics Democrats are proposing $166 million be spent on highways this year and each of the next four years, but that promise could be undone by…
The main concern of the commissioners and staff was the need to make future development easier and more streamlined. As a former general contractor, I understand this. From the audience,…
Gordie, a rescue from an animal shelter in Gallup, has been trained as a service dog. Take the time to explore them, but prepare to be humbled by the scale…
I was unaware of the group. What surprised me, though, was learning the group is targeting local businesses that want to stay out of the recall debate. I, too, have…
The subdivision is too large, and do you think the Burketts will pay for the on- and off-road improvements to the U.S. 160 and County Road 223 also? This subdivision…
I have been keeping track of three fires set by our neighboring ranchers this morning. All three have required the intervention of firefighters to extinguish the blazes. As I watch,…
A Democratic majority in Congress could prevent the catastrophe of nuclear war by impeaching this traitor who has dismantled our diplomatic corps, allowed his unqualified advisors with no security clearance…
