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Voices must be heard in a democracy
Letters to the Editor

Voices must be heard in a democracy

June 25, 2018

Earl Landgrebe was a Congressman. He served as the U.S. representative for the 2nd district in Indiana. He is remembered (unfavorably) for his famous line at the Watergate hearings, as…

Tribe’s ranching agreements unresolved
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Tribe’s ranching agreements unresolved

June 25, 2018

On March 19, I received a certified letter from Navajo Nation Department of Agriculture telling me to respond within 10 days of my decision to leave or reapply for the…

Grateful beyond words for all the help
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Grateful beyond words for all the help

June 23, 2018

Yesterday, I was assisted by Denver police officers escorting and assisting those returning to Lake Purgatory. Local volunteers and county employees went house to house with safety literature to assure…

Fencing will avert tragedy at Santa Rita
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Fencing will avert tragedy at Santa Rita

June 23, 2018

We were having such a good time when our hearts stopped as we watched a toddler almost run into the 60 mph traffic running adjacent to the park. There is…

Vote for Tim Walsworth for treasurer
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Vote for Tim Walsworth for treasurer

June 23, 2018

As longtime locals, we understand the importance of the county treasurer position. Tim is one of the hardest-working people we know. He is honest, ethical and has integrity. He has…

American heroes deserve better coverage
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American heroes deserve better coverage

June 23, 2018

A first responder (fireman, if I remember correctly) was recently honored for his twice heroic actions, and I had to read about it in a “Talk of the Town”-type article…

Train should take responsibility for fire
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Train should take responsibility for fire

June 23, 2018

Throwing coal embers into our beautiful national forests is extremely irresponsible and dangerous under these drought conditions. Look at the wildlife you’ve displaced or killed, the residents you’ve displaced and…

Stories about firefighters appreciated
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Stories about firefighters appreciated

June 23, 2018

The commitment of people like Bill Wenzel (Herald, June 11) to uproot and leave families behind, risking their own lives, to save our properties is beyond amazing. Thank YOU, Mr.…

Support Silverton neighbors with a visit
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Support Silverton neighbors with a visit

June 23, 2018

Silverton is a lovely and unique small town with a rich history. As their neighbors to the south, I would like to encourage people of Durango to consider supporting Silverton…

Blame not useful, but Durango train must change
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Blame not useful, but Durango train must change

June 23, 2018

Perhaps it is too risky for the train to take responsibility for causing the fire (exposure to lawsuits?), but the lack of assurance that this will be prevented in the…

Info on statewide races sorely lacking
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Info on statewide races sorely lacking

June 23, 2018

I have lived here now for two years, and wish to be a voter who is informed and make my decision based on what I see or read about any…

Why I support Tim Walsworth for treasurer
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Why I support Tim Walsworth for treasurer

June 23, 2018

Although I knew Tim was asked to run by multiple people, I could not take his claims of issues in the current treasurer’s office at face value without investigating for…

Time for gratitude, but keep drought guard up
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Time for gratitude, but keep drought guard up

June 23, 2018

With these conditions, without rain, we know definitely that these fires were bound to happen, just as they may continue anywhere, at any time, by any means. Lacking omniscience and…

Phil Weiser a great choice for state AG
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Phil Weiser a great choice for state AG

June 23, 2018

Phil is extremely capable, smart and experienced – he clerked for Justice (Ruth) Ginsberg on the U.S. Supreme Court, was dean of the University of Colorado School of Law and…

Use of drone photos was irresponsible
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Use of drone photos was irresponsible

June 23, 2018

I called the newsroom and asked how, in good conscience, you could post those on your website, considering the gravity of the situation. I was told that the Herald has…

Why never a positive word for Trump?
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Why never a positive word for Trump?

June 22, 2018

Why can’t you give credit where credit is due? Is there some rule at the Herald that you cannot run a cartoon or syndicated column that even hints at a…

Karl Hanlon is best choice for 3rd District
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Karl Hanlon is best choice for 3rd District

June 22, 2018

He is a successful rancher and attorney (whose practice focuses on water law) so he doesn’t need a job. He is entering the race to promote the interests of the…

Jerry McBride’s fire photos are ‘artistry’
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Jerry McBride’s fire photos are ‘artistry’

June 22, 2018

Many times I have glanced at a photo on the front page of the Herald and, whatever the subject matter, recognized Jerry’s handiwork instantly. Now, his art again being forged…

Tipton: a proven enemy of LGBTQ rights
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Tipton: a proven enemy of LGBTQ rights

June 21, 2018

Our state legalized same-sex marriage back in 2008, 7 years before it was federally mandated. Additionally, we were the first state to make gender identity a protected class, and prosecute…

Closing forest after the damage is done
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Closing forest after the damage is done

June 21, 2018

I have zero training in forest management, but I believe the Forest Service may want to hire me anyhow to teach them a basic fire management principle: throw a burning…

Tribute to a local artist Juanita Ainsley
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Tribute to a local artist Juanita Ainsley

June 21, 2018

I didn’t realize the effect that you have had on my life until this past week. Since you left us, I have sensed you all around me. I have seen…

Thanks for the free news on 416 Fire
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Thanks for the free news on 416 Fire

June 20, 2018

The news is especially valuable to us as property owners at Purgatory. So we thank you! Cuff Sellmeyer Farmington

Once again, firefighters perform miracles
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Once again, firefighters perform miracles

June 17, 2018

I look across the valley to watch in horror as flames advance relentlessly toward homes in Hermosa and Falls Creek. And I am astounded that each time, with each wave…

Vote to retain Aichele as treasurer
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Vote to retain Aichele as treasurer

June 17, 2018

Her detractors fail to recognize that audits are a standard business practice for treasurer operations, and that one plowing for one snowstorm (remember them?) costs far more than any audit.…

Vote Walsworth for better leadership
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Vote Walsworth for better leadership

June 17, 2018

I have a unique perspective on both Democratic candidates. I worked with Tim at the Durango Business Improvement District (BID) for three years. He and I were an effective team…

Aichele gets my vote this time around
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Aichele gets my vote this time around

June 17, 2018

But I didn’t know that. I didn’t know that as I read the multiple coverages in the Herald that delineated the accumulating expenditures for the changes that were being made…

Hanlon is the best choice for Congress
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Hanlon is the best choice for Congress

June 17, 2018

In 2012: Scott Tipton, 53 percent – Sal Pace, 41 percent. In 2014: Scott Tipton, 58 percent – Abel Tapia, 36 percent. In 2016: Scott Tipton, 55 percent – Gail…

Durango, water and continuing drought
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Durango, water and continuing drought

June 17, 2018

This is what I was told when I went to receive a card to purchase water at the fill station in Bodo. I agree with, and applaud, the city’s efforts…