Letters to the Editor

A real definition of patriotism for July 4th

Patriotism, however, is not just about wearing flag pins, jingoistic bumper stickers, dutifully reciting the Pledge, singing the national anthem…

July 3, 2018

Thanks for helping Silverton; you’re tops

Wow! It’s been amazing! We feel supported and loved. You all have truly redefined the definition and range of community.…

July 3, 2018

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Blame the train because it’s reckless

Already there are plans to run coal-fired trains next month. Assuming a train started the fire, why is someone allowed…

July 3, 2018

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Funk, Krauthammer imparted life lessons

Syndicated columnist Charles Krauthammer died in June after spending decades in a wheelchair due to a diving accident. Both men…

July 3, 2018

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Al Harper deserves better than abuse

Pick up the brochure on the railroad and read No. 2 under his personal philosophy for running a good business.…

July 3, 2018

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Health Careers Camp a great experience

As a participant, integrating interactive activities like suturing a banana and injecting an orange sparked an interest to pursue a…

July 3, 2018

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Thanks for support; we need the train

I also want to remind train critics that the same train drives your economy as well as ours. The train…

July 3, 2018

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Railroad merits our consideration now

It is easy with 20/20 hindsight to say that of course they should have sidelined the steam locomotives in favor…

July 3, 2018

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Dance, pray â€“ and be careful out there

With these conditions, without rain, we know definitely that these fires were bound to happen, just as they may continue…

July 3, 2018

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Why was John Hickenlooper at Bilderberg?

Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper attended Bilderberg this year. The trip did not appear on his official itinerary, nor was he…

July 3, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Mercy stymies medical aid-in-dying choice

Mercy Regional Medical Center boasts wonderful accomplishments including five star ratings, “A” grades, and being one of “100 Great Community…

July 3, 2018

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We must stand against ignorant violence

Using the presidency to willfully mess with allies and then fawn over murdering dictators is willful, ignorant violence. Placing people…

July 3, 2018

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Gardner all talk on conservation fund

They said that sen. Gardner is a champion of our public lands, supporting reauthorization of the Land and Water Conservation…

July 3, 2018

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It’s simple: lose the train, lose the tourists

I make the point that I come to Durango (along with thousands of other tourists and steam/narrow gauge enthusiasts). When…

July 3, 2018

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Fire a reminder of importance of clean air

Our Colorado lifestyle involves getting outside with our kids and we should be able to without concern of harming their…

July 3, 2018

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Policies contributed to normalized violence

There are those who claim a right to inflict violence by dominance upon those who are denied the right to…

July 1, 2018

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Blueprint for safe, affordable prescription drugs

Having recently worked in New Zealand, which ensures a basic level of care to all its citizens, I have realized…

July 1, 2018

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Regarding the Supreme Court cake case

Recently, we have seen in the news about Sarah Sanders, President Trump’s spokesperson, being refused service in a restaurant because…

June 30, 2018

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Is No. 482 to blame for No. 416?

But this the most horrific. Let’s be more specific: Is No. 482 to blame for No. 416? Mandatory evacuations. Ruined…

June 30, 2018

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Mexico, U.S. should show compassion

The current situation, unfortunately, has masses of asylum seekers who also traveled about 2,000 miles and are illegally crossing multiple…

June 30, 2018

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Congressman Scott Tipton and the NRA

The NRA claims that we have a Second Amendment right to bear automatic weapons. Not true! Seven states and the…

June 30, 2018

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Politicians show they can join hands

Wildfire has always been a concern in Colorado, but changes in weather patterns are increasing those risks. The way I…

June 30, 2018

Letters to the Editor

Scott Tipton is wrong person for District 3

Two months ago, President Trump announced his “zero tolerance” immigration policy, and his administration enthusiastically enforced this new policy of…

June 30, 2018

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Scott Tipton beholden to fossil fuel industry

I am perplexed by our congressional representative, Scott Tipton. He just published a letter touting the benefits of increased fracking…

June 30, 2018