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EPA helps U.S. protect its quality of life

Decades ago, many waterways were not swimmable or fishable due to industrial practices of dumping untreated toxic waste directly into waters. The Clean Water Act was passed in order to addre...

Death with dignity without judgment

I am a woman of conviction writing to respond to Robert Goodrich’s letter (Herald, Feb. 8) regarding our local health care facilities’ stand on assisted suicide. My conviction on this issue ...

Comparing Trump to Hitler is not fair

To liken President Trump to Adolph Hitler (Herald, Feb 12) shows exactly how the “other half” responds when they don’t get their way. Spewing hateful rhetoric. Come On! Hitler? R...

A stark choice coming on bighorn sheep

Dr. Dan Parkinson’s column regarding the U.S. Forest Service’s upcoming decision on the future of domestic sheep grazing in the Weminuche Wilderness (Herald, Feb. 12) hits the nail on the he...

A short story and prayer for our children

So, Betsy DeVos is celebrating her confirmation as secretary of Education (or, as Betsy would phrase it, “edukayshun”). She exudes confidence in her ability to take shorthand and type a mean...

On unicorns, fairies, Trump and Russia

I believe in unicorns, fairies and the Easter Bunny. I also believe that former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn acted without direction from President Donald Trump when t...

Which countries produce the terrorists?

Now let’s see: Two terrorists, U.S. citizens, blow up the Federal Center in Oklahoma City, killing 168 people including children in the day care center; Two terrorists, U.S....

A plan to make America truly ‘Great’

For many years, my family and I have really enjoyed visits to your wonderful country, and none better than our visit to Durango. I understand your president doesn’t do just deals, but great ...

Republicans should brace for backlash

We’re witnessing an unprecedented surge in political activism. The day after President Donald Trump’s inauguration, there were more than 650 protest marches nationwide with an es...

Carbon fee garners conservative support

Finally! A climate change initiative that all conservatives can stand behind. The Climate Leadership Council, headed by a group of esteemed conservatives (George Shultz and James...

A No vote on 1A will benefit our children

We will soon vote on whether to prohibit fluoridation of the city of Durango water or not. It is a poorly worded proposal with a double negative (on purpose, in my opinion). Donâ...

Trump and his insanity must be stopped

As I’m painfully reminded daily, President Donald Trump won. In his very short time in office, his executive order (EO) addiction is disturbing. He’s aware that his approval ratings are in t...
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