Letters to the Editor

McLachlan for leadership, compassion

We know McLachlan will be a smart leader and compassionate advocate for all citizens of the 59th House District. Please…

October 29, 2016

‘Yes’ on 1B; do not put our future at risk

First, he refers to a video in which I appeared on Aug. 16 as listing “arts” as more important than…

October 29, 2016

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Vote for a strong community; ‘yes’ on 3B

I have experienced firsthand the growth in the school district. Kindergartners were moved out of the elementary school in 2004…

October 29, 2016

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‘Yes’ on 69 to fix our health care system

The problem remains unchanged – outrageous and constantly rising health care costs. The average American is quickly losing the battle…

October 29, 2016

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A new airport is not critically needed

Economic growth is necessary, but growth must be balanced with short- and long-term affordability, livability and sustainability. Most important, I…

October 29, 2016

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J. Paul Brown is too extreme on issues

Here are some examples of Brown’s extreme views and votes while in office: Voted against banning gay conversion or “reparative…

October 29, 2016

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Talk of voter fraud dangerous and wrong

I am also convinced that voter fraud, as a significant issue, is not really a concern in the U.S. today.…

October 29, 2016

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Amendment 69: Be afraid, be very afraid

Not as much has been written, however, about the potential mass exodus of Colorado retirees who would be required to…

October 29, 2016

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Airport and ColoradoCare are too much

To paraphrase, in Bayfield with a $280,000 home, $50,000 per year salary, one would pay an additional $2,153 in taxes.…

October 29, 2016

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‘Yes’ to schools; ‘no’ to 1A, 1B and Trump

The county needs to find a better method of funding the county road system. People who live in the incorporated…

October 29, 2016

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Vote ‘yes’ on 3B for a better Bayfield

Your “yes” vote on Ballot Issue 3B will support economic development as well as make a statement that the Bayfield…

October 29, 2016

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Trump should reveal his tax returns now

Pierce could not be more wrong, and for one simple reason: Trump bases his entire campaign on his, as yet,…

October 29, 2016

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Go Green and vote for Arn Menconi

Menconi is a dad with two young children and an MBA graduate, as well as a former Eagle County commissioner.…

October 29, 2016

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Why was there no water at Pence rally?

Certainly, a large crowd was anticipated – and two spigots (that hit you in the eye!) in the rear of…

October 29, 2016

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More politicians should be like Roberts

I hate to see her go, but I understand and wish her well. My only regret is that her honor,…

October 29, 2016

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Herald is pathetic for endorsing Hillary

Are you sensing any sarcasm here? You tout her as the most qualified candidate ever? How about the most corrupt…

October 29, 2016

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Protesters at Pence visit disappointing

Our country gives us the right to protest, but be sure you understand what and why you are protesting. I…

October 29, 2016

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Amdt. 69 tax 0.9%, not 50% on retirees

Viner said non-payroll income, i.e., the income of retirees, would be taxed 50 percent during the transitional period while a…

October 29, 2016

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Read the fine print about ColoradoCare

All self-employed or retired people will pay a 10 percent tax (on top of the 4 percent) on gross income…

October 29, 2016

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McLachlan will represent district well

She has the vitality and the skills to work across the aisle when that is needed to get important legislation…

October 29, 2016

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Go out and pick up trash for election

I wore a red, white and blue fleece jacket, but no political signs or stickers or pins. I picked up…

October 29, 2016

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J. Paul Brown has earned our support

As a rancher, he understands the special needs and concerns of rural Coloradans, our land and specifically our water issues.…

October 29, 2016

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Schools too costly; re-elect J. Paul Brown

Bill Zimsky (Herald, Oct. 7) presented irrefutable facts and data about the correlation between per-student funding levels and tests scores/graduation…

October 29, 2016

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Trump’s ‘reality’ show coming to an end

But in practice, his gauche, erratic temperament, bull-in-a-china-shop style, checkered business past, tendency to blatantly lie, and his complete lack…

October 29, 2016