Editorials
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Lieb is only candidate qualified for job
She is not qualified, and I question her ability to function as steward of the county’s fiscal responsibilities. She claims a 48 percent county revenue drop (recession data) when in…
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La Plata County blessed to have Smith
At the same time, it became obvious to me that his heart was still in Colorado – his true home as he called it. We tried to get him to…
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Questioning Udall family a desperate act
I am proud to support Sen. Mark Udall for re-election to represent the state of Colorado in the U.S. Senate. His ongoing and passionate support for the people of this…
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Save the planet: Vote Democrat
They say that admitting you have a problem is the first step in recovery. The right-wing radicals who have stolen the GOP are in obvious denial. This country was founded…
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Come support original Hermosa bill
On Oct. 7, there will be a fantastic chance to appreciate the wilderness we hold so dear and learn more about how to protect it. John Fielder, world-renowned Colorado wilderness…
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Vote for climate: re-elect McLachlan
Mike believes in common-sense solutions to climate change that can be acted on locally, like his support of House Bill 252 increasing renewable energy standards for electric utilities. La Plata…
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Lieb uniquely qualified for treasurer
While serving as county commissioner, he has developed a unique and detailed familiarity with the day-to-day operation of La Plata County. He has important experience from personally developing and working…
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Morrissey will lead as county treasurer
In these jobs, she has worked to improve systems that transcend functional and geographic boundaries. In short, she knows how to eliminate unnecessary spending in big enterprises. On the revenue…
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No candidates focus on Lake Nighthorse
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…
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Blue Book shows bias, misinformation
There is ample scientific evidence to prove just the opposite if one wants such truth. Why have 60 countries made it law to label all GMO products? Because they are…
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Allison Morrissey competent, trustworthy
The treasurer ensures that the county pays its bills on time and correctly as well as investing county money to ensure sufficient cash flow. (Last year, Bernalillo County in New…
Opinion
Earning your GED: why not today?
Pine River Community Learning Center So, you dropped out of high school. Whether it was two months or 20 years ago, you’re sure you’ve sealed your fate. You’re plagued by…
Opinion
League of Women Voters holding candidate forum Oct. 9
Those attending the forum will be able to ask written questions of the candidates. For those unable to attend, the forum will be televised live on CitySpan 10, rebroadcast multiple times,…
Opinion
We know where J. Paul Brown stands
His knowledge of issues affecting our community, the state of Colorado, and District 59 are unsurpassed. He has dealt with gas companies, the Forest Service, and local and statewide water…
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Co-op process unnecessarily disrupted
The purpose of a board of directors, in part, is to explore avenues the board feels will benefit the organization. There are specific steps that should be followed when an…
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Blake well-qualified to be commissioner
Through working with him and knowing him and his family over a good part of his life, I know Brad to be a man of good character and good judgment.…
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Amdt. 68 backers trying to bribe voters
What Colorado does not need is more casinos to sap money from the poor and then ship it out of state. And, when the poor become poorer at the casinos,…
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Sean Smith would enforce the law
This was recently witnessed in the previously burned area of Black Forest, where 14 skeletal remains of horses, covered by tarps, were found in a barn. Manure was several feet…
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Ex-commissioner saw different Schirard
The county commissioners oversee the sheriff’s budget. Normally during budget preparation, other county-elected officials, such as county clerk, assessor and treasurer, always come before the board to discuss their budgeting…
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Meeting Morrissey spurred interest in job
Allison is likable, knowledgeable and very hardworking. She has tremendous drive and a strong desire to serve. I will never forget my first handshake with Allison when she asked for…
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Be present and look for signs of suicide
These past weeks, in our beautiful and caring community, we have lost three of our “brothers,” three deaths that just might have been preventable. I say this because the warning…
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Bobby Lieb will not disappoint voters
In the job for which he has applied, an ability to follow the laws and rules already set in place combined with common sense will be necessary. I am convinced…
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The candidates’ voting records matter
J. Paul is known for having been the only elected state representative, Republican or Democrat, to vote against two common-sense bills with a final tally of 63-1 and 64-1. The…
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Elect Roebuck for county commissioner
Her understanding and professional relationships with multiple county departments and processes are astounding to find in a candidate. Cynthia spoke from professional experience of the Land Use Code; the re-emerging…
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Schirard has the experience we need
Deputy Smith is a personable young man, but he has never even worked in the jail, let alone run it. Duke has! Sheriff Schirard even oversaw the construction of the…