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Bloomberg, Soros money pales to Kochs’
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Bloomberg, Soros money pales to Kochs’

October 7, 2014

By contrast, Bloomberg is limiting his outlays to gun-related issues at around $5-10 million. Soros is still on the sidelines. Prior to the Citizens United ruling in 2010, an entire…

Bobby Lieb is by far the best choice
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Bobby Lieb is by far the best choice

October 7, 2014

The Democratic candidate for treasurer has a BA in accounting, an MBA, and a work history as a bank auditor, a process improvement consultant, and a sales process consultant, and…

Lieb, Schirard best for county
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Lieb, Schirard best for county

October 7, 2014

Next, I’d like to thank Ed Murray for his many, many years of service as La Plata County treasurer. While never seeking the limelight, Ed has been a steady hand…

Schirard a man of character, honor
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Schirard a man of character, honor

October 7, 2014

In contrast, I also got to know Sean Smith while I was working for La Plata County. I truly believe that Sheriff Duke Schirard is a much more capable candidate.…

Base vote on more than just ‘choice’
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Base vote on more than just ‘choice’

October 6, 2014

The false “your reproductive rights are in danger” narrative is a tactic pro-choice Democrats have embraced for decades to persuade women to vote for Democrats over Republicans. I would argue…

Eating palm oil is harming orangutans
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Eating palm oil is harming orangutans

October 6, 2014

Stop eating palm oil! If enough people do this, they will choose a different ingredient to use! One person can make a huge difference! Hazel Smith Dolores

Housing termination not mandated
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Housing termination not mandated

October 6, 2014

Southwest Center for Independence is an independent living center for persons with disabilities. While, at this time, it is not the policy of HUD to grant reasonable accommodations for persons…

Schirard cares about La Plata County
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Schirard cares about La Plata County

October 5, 2014

I have voted and supported him every since. He is honest and tells you how it is, whether you like it or not. He always puts the residents of La…

Evaluate candidates on experience
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Evaluate candidates on experience

October 5, 2014

When evaluating finalists for a job, sometimes committee members suggest that an applicant is “owed” a job, that the person has “put in their time,” that there is a valuable…

Lieb’s experience best suits treasurer job
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Lieb’s experience best suits treasurer job

October 4, 2014

As a resident and employee of the community, I have seen firsthand the various ways Bobby Lieb’s leadership has resulted in smart decisions for the benefit of the people. As…

Vote for J. Paul Brown for state rep
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Vote for J. Paul Brown for state rep

October 4, 2014

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…

County needs moderate commissioner
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County needs moderate commissioner

October 4, 2014

La Plata County has a clear choice for our county commissioner. The story (Herald, Sept. 28) regarding the commissioner race reveals the difference in the candidates. Both note the difficulties…

Airport parking issue is about money
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Airport parking issue is about money

October 4, 2014

Take the new regulation to ticket vehicles waiting outside our airport. The problem is not too many cars, not congestion. The problem is, how can we squeeze more money out…

Lieb is only candidate qualified for job
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Lieb is only candidate qualified for job

October 4, 2014

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…

La Plata County blessed to have Smith
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La Plata County blessed to have Smith

October 4, 2014

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…

Questioning Udall family a desperate act
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Questioning Udall family a desperate act

October 4, 2014

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…

Save the planet: Vote Democrat
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Save the planet: Vote Democrat

October 4, 2014

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…

Come support original Hermosa bill
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Come support original Hermosa bill

October 4, 2014

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…

Vote for climate: re-elect McLachlan
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Vote for climate: re-elect McLachlan

October 4, 2014

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…

Lieb uniquely qualified for treasurer
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Lieb uniquely qualified for treasurer

October 4, 2014

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…

Morrissey will lead as county treasurer
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Morrissey will lead as county treasurer

October 4, 2014

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…

No candidates focus on Lake Nighthorse
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No candidates focus on Lake Nighthorse

October 4, 2014

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…

Blue Book shows bias, misinformation
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Blue Book shows bias, misinformation

October 4, 2014

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…