Opinion & Letters to the Editor

Bush, Fiorini need to get facts straight
Letters to the Editor

Bush, Fiorini need to get facts straight

August 9, 2015

Those political farces reminded me of Brian Keenan’s quip: “Politics can only be a small part of what we are. It’s a way of seeing; it is not all-seeing in…

Disaster response
Editorials

Disaster response

August 9, 2015

Assessing, remediating spill requires honesty, clarity and coordination

Clean Power Plan a win for good health
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Clean Power Plan a win for good health

August 8, 2015

Besides helping keep our community safe from air pollution, the Clean Power Plan is one of our best tools for protecting our outdoor experiences, which are key to keeping our…

Give state’s retailers a level playing field
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Give state’s retailers a level playing field

August 8, 2015

Fortunately, federal legislation has been introduced by Rep. Jason Chaffetz, R-Utah, a key member of Congress, which could finally shut down this loophole and allow states to require online sellers…

Planned Parenthood is vital to Colorado
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Planned Parenthood is vital to Colorado

August 8, 2015

Using edited and deceptive videos produced after lying to Planned Parenthood staff, this group is making outrageous and inaccurate claims about Planned Parenthood’s valued services. And now, after being misled,…

Will the EPA now charge itself a fine?
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Will the EPA now charge itself a fine?

August 8, 2015

My opinion is it should be disbanded and closed down. Now, is it going to give itself or the guys who caused the catastrophe to the Animas River a big…

Council shows a gift for spending money
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Council shows a gift for spending money

August 8, 2015

Based on the council’s own data, their compensation will be greater than other Colorado towns larger than Durango with the exception of Golden. The average salary for city councilors among…

FLC does little for Native Americans
Letters to the Editor

FLC does little for Native Americans

August 8, 2015

But a deeper look into President Thomas’ efforts reveal that this does nothing to aid Native students: The students are legally entitled to the waiver – whether Colorado gets reimbursed…

GOP’s women, children policy disastrous
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GOP’s women, children policy disastrous

August 7, 2015

In 2014, Coloradans voted to protect their guns. What we got was more slashed education and nutrition programs, and the “personhood” of a woman repeatedly denied. The Republicans who rejected…

Mine spill
Editorials

Mine spill

August 7, 2015

disaster highlights the need to address Animas River water quality

Rulemaking
Editorials

Rulemaking

August 5, 2015

Post-task force process must respect local jurisdictions, shared concerns

Fix Arc without spending more money
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Fix Arc without spending more money

August 5, 2015

Heck, don’t we all get cracks as we get older? Chalk it up to the true nature of history: unforeseen changes. Let’s instead put money into housing solutions for our…

Colorado governments should not buy art
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Colorado governments should not buy art

August 5, 2015

The result? Camino del Rio and friends. This is a street that you may have to drive a full two miles just to drive to the other side of the…

Clean Power Plan
Editorials

Clean Power Plan

August 5, 2015

Naysayers are repeating the same tired objections they always invoke

Two sentences show the need for reform
Letters to the Editor

Two sentences show the need for reform

August 4, 2015

Logan Griffith, 19, takes a gun into a pot dispensary and robs that business but never discharges the gun and kills no one. His sentence is six years. Does this…

Vandalism adds to Arc’s abstract nature
Letters to the Editor

Vandalism adds to Arc’s abstract nature

August 4, 2015

It’s original look was, to be kind, very abstract and controversial. But, over time, Durango folks seem to have adopted the Arc in good humor as evidenced by the creative,…

Prison education
Editorials

Prison education

August 4, 2015

administration’s plan to fund college courses for inmates is sound

Local theater screenings are a hidden cultural gem
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Local theater screenings are a hidden cultural gem

August 2, 2015

Michelle Redding, owner of the ACT, has provided area residents and visitors a unique and much appreciated opportunity to share in high quality, metropolitan theater week after week. Most likely…

Reforming TABOR
Editorials

Reforming TABOR

August 2, 2015

Gov. Hickenlooper is on the right track, but proposed changes are only a start

Retirement planning
Editorials

Retirement planning

August 2, 2015

numbers do not indicate that a comfortable cushion will be there

Give the Arc a decent burial, headstone
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Give the Arc a decent burial, headstone

August 2, 2015

Here lie the remains of a piece of art that was enjoyed by some and inspired others to feats of imagination enjoyed by many. Cause of death – stupidity, violence…

Weedy medians make poor impression
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Weedy medians make poor impression

August 2, 2015

As a local who loves Durango, I’m quite embarrassed that our tourists see all those weeds when they enter our pretty town! Not a very good first impression! I’m guessing…

Ceremony honors departed veterans
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Ceremony honors departed veterans

August 2, 2015

Once the funeral coach is in position, the commander orders the guard to parade rest. The guard remains in a position of respect as I discuss the details of the…

Expansion plans dangerous to skiers
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Expansion plans dangerous to skiers

August 1, 2015

My personal safety would be compromised by having large groups of people located uphill from me in avalanche terrain. The helicopter itself could trigger an avalanche. The heli-skiers who are…

Get the facts on the Iran agreement
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Get the facts on the Iran agreement

August 1, 2015

For those readers interested in actually learning about this agreement and the issues surrounding it, I highly recommend reading Wikipedia’s page on the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action. In addition…

Sheep do not belong in delicate areas
Letters to the Editor

Sheep do not belong in delicate areas

August 1, 2015

And do it again we did. On July 26, we again followed the trail through the wonderful riot of wildflowers. It is a gorgeous trail set against a majestic tapestry…