Opinion & Letters to the Editor

Bring home and care for service people
Letters to the Editor

Bring home and care for service people

March 17, 2018

If you’re like most Americans, an honest answer would be, “Never.” Many of these men and women are in war zones and have been risking their lives for far too…

Local citizens are not following the law
Letters to the Editor

Local citizens are not following the law

March 17, 2018

Then there are those who are apparently so caught up in their own self-importance that they cannot hang up their cellphones and drive. They frequently disobey the ‘No right turn…

We need Lachelt and a land-use code
Letters to the Editor

We need Lachelt and a land-use code

March 17, 2018

As many have written, the basic idea of recalling a twice-elected and term-limited commissioner undermines democracy itself. If we start down this path, we will find endless time and money…

Bus cuts are affecting opportunity bus
Letters to the Editor

Bus cuts are affecting opportunity bus

March 17, 2018

I live in the Three Springs area. I take the opportunity bus to the recreation center. I just found out that on Monday and Wednesday, I will take the opportunity…

Deliberate now and vote in November
Letters to the Editor

Deliberate now and vote in November

March 17, 2018

At this moment in history, a few important issues should be at the forefront of voters’ deliberations. Voters should ask themselves, has the massive tax cut to the ultra-wealthy benefited…

It’s time for single-payer health care
Letters to the Editor

It’s time for single-payer health care

March 17, 2018

Our nation should provide quality health care just like the 14th Amendment guarantees free education for kids. A recent survey found that 92 percent of adults think all Americans should…

Local control, clean air, a healthy planet
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Local control, clean air, a healthy planet

March 17, 2018

Why would consumers go for a more expensive, non-locally controlled option when wind and solar power are now either on par with, or cheaper than, coal? Furthermore, coal’s expenses soar…

A Westerner with working family roots
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A Westerner with working family roots

March 17, 2018

More importantly, I care deeply about protecting the Colorado we know and love – our public lands, clean environment, water conservation, rural needs, strong local economy, renewable energy and fully…

Just when we have life’s actors figured out
Letters to the Editor

Just when we have life’s actors figured out

March 16, 2018

But just when you think you’ve got it wired, along comes a La Plata County Sheriff that, by an act of pure kindness, forces you to recalculate a life-time worth…

Epstein: Our fake president
Letters to the Editor

Epstein: Our fake president

March 15, 2018

What is my evidence? You can look this up for yourself on the Internet. In 1999, he proposed that the Congress pass a new “national wealth tax” (not income) of…

Transit cuts, climate groups miss mark
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Transit cuts, climate groups miss mark

March 14, 2018

Cutting Route #4 means no service to the entire west side of Durango. How are the working poor who live in this area going to get to work or the…

Walsworth for La Plata County Treasurer
Letters to the Editor

Walsworth for La Plata County Treasurer

March 14, 2018

He is organized, understands the importance of having and following procedures, and he knows how to work collaboratively with a variety of people and personalities. Please join me and support…

Democrats, media owe Trump an apology
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Democrats, media owe Trump an apology

March 14, 2018

We are not going to nuclear war with “NOKO” as was so often and wrongly stated, but rather, indications look like they will capitulate to the president’s demands, as opposed…

Joffe: Never argue with someone holding a gun
Letters to the Editor

Joffe: Never argue with someone holding a gun

March 13, 2018

Since substitute teachers don’t work full-time, will the school provide a gun when they get an assignment, or will they have to bring their own? Since three armed guards were…

Editorial cartoon
Editorial Cartoons

Editorial cartoon

March 12, 2018

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Sen. Gardner should listen to Pope Francis
Letters to the Editor

Sen. Gardner should listen to Pope Francis

March 12, 2018

He has worked successfully to shut down any attempts to eliminate sales of even military assault rifles, like the AR-15, to the mentally unstable like Nikolas Cruz, the confessed murderer…

Gardner, Tipton choose pollution vs. people
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Gardner, Tipton choose pollution vs. people

March 12, 2018

It is based on their 2017 voting record and represents the consensus of experts from about 20 respected environmental and conservation organizations. 100 rating is the best possible score. Results…

Dayish decision sends a chilling message
Letters to the Editor

Dayish decision sends a chilling message

March 12, 2018

Call me crazy, but an excerpt of the article (Herald, March 5) says the girl and Mr. Dayish had similar stories. According to police records, Dayish “provided a very similar…

Re-consider lake boundaries and users
Letters to the Editor

Re-consider lake boundaries and users

March 12, 2018

Kayaks, paddle boards, windsurfers, canoes and row boats would negotiate 2.5 miles along the shore line to cross the lake. The proposed vertical division is a barrier creating a challenge…

Attacking good people is not the way
Letters to the Editor

Attacking good people is not the way

March 12, 2018

I am embarrassed that I have old cars around my house…(anybody need an old Nissan truck?), but certainly don’t want anyone to tell me to get rid of them. I…

Speak up for peace in the modern world
Letters to the Editor

Speak up for peace in the modern world

March 12, 2018

Just recently, he floated the idea that he should be “President for Life” like the Chinese Xi Jinping. This is completely un-American and against the Constitution he swore to uphold,…

Dawes: Gun violence is a public health issue
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Dawes: Gun violence is a public health issue

March 12, 2018

As a result of this amendment, the CDC has been prevented from engaging in research on the cause of gun violence and, more importantly, providing information to policy makers or…

7th-graders take on plastic, single-use
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7th-graders take on plastic, single-use

March 12, 2018

We are dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of plastics and helping Ridgway become a single-use, plastic bag-free town. Expect to see reusable bags with our new logo around…