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Criticism of Democrats is not helpful
Snarky. This is the kind of communication that inflames our present deep cultural, social and political divisiveness and thwarts any kind of reasonable dialogue. Salye Stein Durango
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To the vandal who marred the concrete
Congratulations. That little slab was placed to accommodate a memorial for one of Durango’s most vaunted citizens. His name was Terry, and, man! He would have had some choice words…
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Criticism of Democrats is not helpful
Snarky. This is the kind of communication that inflames our present deep cultural, social and political divisiveness and thwarts any kind of reasonable dialogue. Salye Stein Durango
Letters to the Editor
To the vandal who marred the concrete
Congratulations. That little slab was placed to accommodate a memorial for one of Durango’s most vaunted citizens. His name was Terry, and, man! He would have had some choice words…
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Our endorsements
We’ll stay the course with Sheriff Smith, but would like a change at treasurer
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Local seniors, we have your services
It’s as easy as getting on Google and typing in “La Plata County senior services.” From there you can visit the website to access information and services provided by our…
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Trump, EPA pull a fast one on methane
Recently the Trump Administration and EPA’s Andrew Wheeler have decided to weaken the methane rules, which were previously protected by former president Obama. Methane is a key greenhouse gas. Although…
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College Drive & 8th St. Safety Project
Jim Horn of Russel Engineering explained the plan to reduce College Dr. down to 3 lanes (2-lanes + a center turn lane). Also included would be; bike lanes on each…
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Kavanaugh: I never saw it in Durango…
I would ask anyone who is tempted to be dismissive of the allegations to more closely examine what the accusers are saying. Christine Blasey Ford’s very detailed account accuses Kavanaugh…
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Please, let’s not vote Democratic, ever
Especially Bush for congress, we need to be one step closer to having that Ph. D. candidate from charm school, that bastion of truth and knowledge, Nancy Pelosi, running the…
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These Democrats are sneaky enablers
To me, the Democrats, whether they be local or national, want one thing in particular, more of your money. Thank goodness for TABOR. It gives us the right to vote…
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Mitsch Bush understands public lands
When I asked that question of Diane Mitsch Bush, candidate for the 3rd Congressional District, she replied simply, “We do!“ In the upcoming midterm election, we’re fortunate to have a…
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Here’s to lame ducks behaving decently
That’s when the newly elected representatives and senators take the oath of office to serve all the American people (you remember: the common good?) and not just the special interests…
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Mitsch-Bush, not Tipton, represents us
It’s time that CD3 replace Scott Tipton with a real representative. One who has pledged to not take any corporate PAC money. Who has a proven record of working “across…
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All these youth sports pay for themselves
Well, I have a confession to make; I don’t pay for my kids to do sports. Personally, I couldn’t care less about what sport they do. So, if I am…
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Sheriff Sean Smith embodies respect
Charles Hamby, running against Sheriff Sean Smith, noted how critical respect for the sheriff’s office is, and he is right. When I taught GED classes at the jail in 2000–2003,…
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Time to take action on climate, warming
We don’t need to stand on the sidelines as we suffer drought, ensuing fires, low rivers, and more. We needn’t leave the future of our beloved planet to politicians. Most…
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Tipton’s talk on taxes doesn’t add up
Wages are growing too slowly, and many people need to work two jobs to make ends meet. Meanwhile, the biggest U.S. companies have spent $250 billion buying back their own…
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Arboretum gardens continue to grow
We are dedicating the Miniature Tree Garden on Friday, Sept. 28 and will be thanking our very generous donors, supporters, and most especially, our nursery partners, Native Roots,and Durango Nursery…
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YES to Durango tax hike on the ballot
For residential properties, the tax proposed equates to an increase of $38.88 per year per $100,000 actual value. For a $400,000 home this equals an increase in property tax of…
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How much easier could they make this?
Colorado elections are so easy, just mail in your ballot. Need to register? If you have a Colorado drivers license or ID, simply register or update your address or information…
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Arrogant white men must have no place
Women’s views, women’s pain, and the struggles of anyone other than the patrician white male, simply do not count when a senior white male’s reputation or future is at stake.…
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It’s my hope the city’s new tax will fail
There are issues on the state ballot that may have an impact on money available to the city. The 25 year time frame is too long. Other options should be…
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Instant sheep expert? I don’t think so
This is our 48th summer on our allotments in the San Juan Mountains and I am proud of the fact that the water, sub-alpine and alpine environment, and aesthetic aspects…