Editorials
Letters to the Editor
Lieb has the county government experience
During my years as county clerk, I worked almost daily with the county treasurer and his staff. I know all too well how that office operates, and I am concerned…
Letters to the Editor
Let’s return J. Paul Brown to state House
I thought of the contributions of J. Paul and his family. I thought about the lamb brought to market together with the wool. I’ve known J. Paul and his wife,…
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Parade-haters could skip town or stay inside
Perhaps in the true fashion of liberalism, we should also equally restrict cyclists. Perhaps as Mehan suggests, form a group to urge the City Council to enforce bicycle safety. Law…
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‘Arc of History’ just needs good story
Perhaps the “Arc of History” was built to keep the gods of snow from ruining the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic. Aligned as it is at two natural passes, the work…
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Second Amendment twisted for domination
If schools taught unrevised history, the citizens would know what was being wrested from them and thus would hinder the cause of aspiring rulers. Having become a student of history…
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Smith would make great leader for county
So, I encourage you to find out more about my dad and make an informed decision based on information about a real member of this community and the real issues…
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Choose Bobby Lieb for county treasurer
There is no doubt in my mind that Bobby Lieb is the one we should be voting for in November. He is the one you can trust. I do believe…
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Don’t be disgruntled about boys in blue
With the utmost respect, the men and women (not Mehan’s boys and gals) of our police department have more pressing issues than a few days of additional motorcycle noise. The…
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Durango City Council, staff out of touch
The city is telling them they have an illegal accessory-dwelling unit, and they will have to pay more than $11,000 in fees to the city for an extra water/sewer-tap fee,…
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Lieb can be trusted to steward resources
Vote for Bobby Lieb – county treasurer. Maria Montanez-Gonzalez Durango
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Officers should enforce law, not change it
This is actually never what should happen. Rather, officers who do not want to enforce certain laws are renegades who by all rights ought to be promptly relieved of their…
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Legion post is not on trial for assault
We at the Legion have gotten past this incident and are doing very well with our membership and the bar. Bad things happen to good people, and bad things happen…
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DNF meeting had diversity of opinions
Nothing could be further from the truth. One sentence in particular misinforms readers about the degree of disapproval by DNF member/owners to engage in discussions about a potential merger with…
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Free parking experiment tried, failed
Guess what? The only people who got to park were store employees! Business owners tried but could not get employees to move. Tourists were then unhappy because they had no…
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Hire sheriff to craft effective policy
If you’re thinking politically as you consider who you want to hire for this position, you’re starting in the wrong place. The sheriff does not write law; he (The candidates…
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Letter fosters hatred of entire people
First, he accuses Israel of committing war crimes that include methodically exterminating Gazans. Vana’s accusations are categorically untrue. Israel has shown utmost restraint in dealing with Hamas’ blatant hostility. Israel…
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DNF petition aims to restore integrity
“Whistle-blowing” is the courage to walk the path of truth and integrity. The DNF board fired our well-liked and competent co-general manager Kimberley Wiggins on Aug. 28 for doing just…
Opinion
Community Voices welcome for new columns
I would like to offer this opportunity to local agencies and groups to tell your stories and share them with the communities of Bayfield, Ignacio, Vallecito, Arboles and Allison. I’d…
Opinion
Another reader wants columnists back
Dear Mr. Bennett, The letter from Andrew Zeiler said it all loud and clear. (Times, Aug. 22, 2014) And he is by no means the only one who has noted,…