Letters to the Editor

Opinion

‘Make it a working camp’

A managed camp should help people get on their feet, not help them to put up their feet. The Purple…

November 10, 2022

Opinion

‘Lies, misdirection and more lies’

As a longtime political observer and participant in our electoral process, I can say, without a doubt, we’ve lost our…

November 8, 2022

Opinion

Wes Rowell cartoon

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November 6, 2022

Opinion

No ‘tubal ligations causes great concern’

The announcement by Mercy Hospital that it would no longer perform tubal ligations for women causes me great concern. This…

November 6, 2022

Opinion

‘Playing whack-a-mole’ with unhoused

Homelessness is not a crime. What is a crime is trespassing on private property to camp/sleep/drink/etc., breaking into construction sites…

November 6, 2022

Opinion

Housing crisis more than ‘capitalism’

I write in response to Ben Waddell’s Oct. 1 column, “Housing crisis isn’t a crisis. It’s capitalism.” I appreciate Waddell’s…

November 6, 2022

Opinion

‘Woods incapable of fair rulings’

Judge Anne Woods has shown that she is incapable of fair and lawful rulings in our court. Her abusive behavior…

November 6, 2022

Opinion

‘Send message – no more lying’

Please vote. If you have not voted in a while, now is a good and important time to jump back…

November 6, 2022

Opinion

Turner ‘creative, pragmatic’

Oh heck, yes, I’m voting for Jack Turner for county commissioner. I’ve had the honor of being Jack’s friend for…

November 6, 2022

Opinion

‘Support candidates without demonizing’

In early October, I was surprised to learn about Lauren Boebert’s false claim that Durango schools are providing litter boxes…

November 6, 2022

Opinion

‘Illogical behaviors’ within GOP

One of my childhood heroes was the character Spock on the TV show “Star Trek.” His focus on science and…

November 6, 2022

Opinion

‘Vote to save democracy’

Republicans are trying to undermine and overthrow our democracy and voting rights. This should be the most important issue for…

November 6, 2022

Opinion

Church ‘selfless, thoughtful, committed’

Let me tell you about my friend Clyde Church. In 2017, Suzanne and I had another home in Rockport, Texas.…

November 6, 2022

Opinion

Vote Dems to rein in costs

Let’s talk about the real issue with inflation: Corporate profits. Profits are at a 70-year high, yet corporations are inflating…

November 6, 2022

Opinion

Trump rules ‘her thinking’

For 60 years I have been an active voter, missing few – if any – elections. I must say that…

November 6, 2022

Opinion

Curious about commissioner’s race?

Anyone curious as to why our local La Plata County commissioner’s race is so sought after? La Plata County commissioners…

November 6, 2022

Opinion

Herald got ‘one thing’ right on Ascent

The Durango Herald editorial board did get one thing correct in its opinion piece, “Politics play out on state board.”…

November 6, 2022

Opinion

Vote for Aichele, McLachlan

I voted for experience and credentials for La Plata County Treasurer Allison Aichele and state Rep. Barbara McLachlan. Aichele transformed…

November 6, 2022

Opinion

‘Ideas/solutions, not a party’

If we want to see a change in politics and government, we must change how we choose our candidates. Jack…

November 6, 2022

Opinion

Herald endorsement ‘exploded my brain’

The Durango Herald’s endorsement of Jena Griswold’s opponent for secretary of state exploded my brain. After the Herald complimented Griswold…

November 6, 2022

Opinion

Fight for vets – vote Boebert

My husband is a retired disabled veteran. He served in the military for 23 years. We have been married for…

November 6, 2022

Opinion

No ‘meaningful trash’ on Polis

I happened to somehow get on to the Publicans’ blog list for FaceBook, and they are constantly blasting Gov. Polis…

November 4, 2022

Opinion

Boebert ‘a pistol-packing D.C. gadfly’

Despite her broad smile, Lauren Boebert is totally unfit to represent the 3rd Congressional District. Under-educated, profoundly disrespectful and quarrelsome,…

November 4, 2022

Opinion

‘I feel I can trust’ Shaw

I am an unaffiliated voter and have been for many years. I prefer to see what candidates propose to do…

November 4, 2022