I keep hearing how amendment 74 isn’t needed because we already have this protection in our state and federal constitutions. Well, the fact is, Coloradans are not protected from having…
The recent Herald article, “Bipartisanship takes center stage; Incumbent looks to fend off Independent challenger” (Oct. 7), regarding the Colorado House District 59 contest, requires additional context for readers. Independent…
I was pleased to see the Herald endorse for U.S. Congress Diane Mitsch Bush, who has taken clear, strong stands on three crises that Colorado confronts: prioritizing full funding for…
Amendment 74 sounds innocuous, but it is a boondoggle waiting to happen that could bankrupt our city, county and state governments. If it passes, Amendment 74 will, for example, allow…
We can all agree that safe production of oil and gas in Colorado is incredibly important. Supporters of Proposition 112 would have you believe that a half-mile setback is critical…
What a surprise! Congressional Republicans rammed through their big tax cuts for the mega-rich and mega-corporations last December, and as predicted, the deficit for Fiscal 2018 skyrocketed. We ended the…
Rep. Scott Tipton doesn’t represent me, and I doubt that he represents you. His job, as a U.S. congressman, is to represent the will of the people, but he doesn’t…
Yikes, increase our sales and property taxes? What is the city thinking? I think the city is trying to support our quality of life, ensure our health and safety, and…
Brad Blake has done a pretty good job as a county commissioner. I think he gives a voice to many, mostly rural residents. I’m inclined to think he should retain…
Don Coram likes to portray himself as a moderate – a nice guy working for the good of Coloradans. It’s true that he has sponsored some good legislation, such as…
I first met Diane Mitsch Bush early in her campaign. I expected the meeting, with a working class nobody like myself, to last a few minutes. It lasted almost two…
On Nov. 6, 2012, Colorado voters elected to legalize marijuana for recreational use statewide, becoming the first state in America to do so. Six years later, the Behavioral Risk Factor…
The Oct. 17 column on climate change by Robert Samuelson is overly pessimistic. First, we do have the technologies to almost eliminate the use of fossil fuels for all types…
Energy is everywhere. It’s in the electronics we use, the vehicles we drive, the things we eat, and even the clothes we wear. Even though energy is essential to our…
In our current status of political polarization, we are facing an important midterm election. The positions of many candidates are shifting to become more strident and extreme. This is certainly…
The award-winning Pine River library serves as a community center where people of all ages come together to work, play, learn and thrive. In addition to offering an incredible selection…
I need help, as a person who thinks our society and its systems should operate by some moral and ethical standards. So, to all of you conservatives out there; you…
Elected officials should be held to high standards in ethics, experience, commitment and accountability. I usually abstain from sharing my opinion on candidates and turn to their resumes, but I…
We are proud to represent over 900 progressive members here in La Plata County. We have been unbelievably active for 22 months, calling and visiting our Congressional leaders, rallying, protesting…
There’s a Republican on your ballot that I, a lifelong Democrat, believe deserves your vote: Wayne Williams for secretary of state. Even if you are inclined to go with the…
Living in frightening times, we need to remember that the holiday is for kids
The first annual Bayfield Cross Country Invitational was a huge success. 260 athletes competed in the middle School and High School races and 12 people competed in the community race.…
Elected officials should be held to high standards in ethics, experience, commitment and accountability. I usually abstain from sharing my opinion on candidates and turn to their resumes, but I…
What a surprise! Congressional Republicans rammed through their big tax cuts for the mega-rich and mega-corporations last December, and as predicted, the deficit for Fiscal 2018 skyrocketed. We ended the…
The Pine River Library is a jewel in our community. By now readers have heard the many reasons to vote for the mill levy increase, but I would like to…
Colorado Sen. Don Coram’s legislative record does not support reelection. His lifetime environmental voting record, as scored by Conservation Colorado, is just 35 percent, and his education voting record is…
This is a forward-looking letter. I support re-electing County Treasurer Allison Aichele. I was shocked reading the Herald endorsement of her opponent. On the basis of credential and experience, what…
Charles Hamby sports a big white hat and comes across as a gentleman. But look deeper and you will see that he and many of his supporters are members of…
I choose political candidates and cast my vote on amendments and propositions because I read, ask questions, attend meetings and talk with others. I am grateful to the editorial board…
