I’m so glad to be here in Durango. In the ’70s, we began frequent visits to the Durango area, and I moved here permanently about six years ago. I find the people, the merchants, the politicians and even most tourists friendly, honest, compassionate and great neighbors. I’m especially grateful to all citizens, guests, tourists and especially the public service personnel that kept a dangerous fire season under control. Many of the latter were prepared to take dangerous risks to keep us safe. Great job, community.
On the other hand, I have been waiting 40 years to dip my feet in Lake Nighthorse. I think the atomic bomb was developed and deployed in less time than it has taken to bring the lake to operational status.
Now it’s election time. I am extremely disappointed that politicians for any office, representing any party, have apparently stayed mute on their support for resolution of this recreational activity. Is this a lack of courage, not caring or laziness? Certainly, many of these politicians are in a position to influence or strive to influence outcome of this issue. Their lack of interest indicates they are not looking at our community issues as a whole and maybe our vote should be withheld?
Robert Wilde
Durango
