Opinion & Letters to the Editor

Editorial toon choice showed blatant bias
Letters to the Editor

Editorial toon choice showed blatant bias

January 27, 2017

You continue to prejudice the American public against President Trump and negate the hopes for unity in this already divided nation. I’m quite sure that if Hillary Clinton had been…

Ban bikes with gears, drop handlebars
Letters to the Editor

Ban bikes with gears, drop handlebars

January 27, 2017

Thinking more clearly, it makes more sense to enforce the existing rules than to ban certain types of technology! Tim Castleman Sacramento, Calif.

Get a grip on reality; Donald Trump won
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Get a grip on reality; Donald Trump won

January 27, 2017

My response to him is, “Trashing Trump doesn’t change a thing. He won. Get over it, take a cold shower and smell the roses! Bob Gramera Durango

Addressing our health care concerns
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Addressing our health care concerns

January 25, 2017

“Plans come and go, and more often than not, don’t cover my doctors.” “I hate the surprise bills and I’m constantly having to fight my insurance company.” I’ve heard these…

County wants more than we can afford
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County wants more than we can afford

January 25, 2017

With the existing financial constraints placed upon the county budget, it would seem inappropriate to suggest a $291,000 upgrade to these facilities at this time. This idea serves as an…

If Trump does not divest, impeach him
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If Trump does not divest, impeach him

January 25, 2017

As he himself said, ”I cannot unknow what I know.” So, just because he says his sons will run his business and not talk to him – and of course,…

Fort Lewis men’s team is an inspiration
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Fort Lewis men’s team is an inspiration

January 24, 2017

However, over the course of the game, it wasn’t just the impeccable record that caught my attention. It was the pure and raw sense of community and togetherness that this…

Are bus scanners best use of 9-R funds?
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Are bus scanners best use of 9-R funds?

January 24, 2017

After all, what 6-year-old (or 15-year-old, for that matter) would have trouble keeping track of a bus card that must be used twice daily? But the real issue is that…

Park Elementary thankful for support
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Park Elementary thankful for support

January 24, 2017

On behalf of Park’s student body and staff we would like to thank the Durango community for the outpouring of support, love, thoughts, food and services that have been sent…

Nothing former about Lyman’s Olympics
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Nothing former about Lyman’s Olympics

January 24, 2017

Twice the article referred to Judge Lyman as a former Olympian. There are former presidents and former football and baseball players. But with participation in the Olympics, one will always…

Call on Rep. Tipton to reject H.R. 307
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Call on Rep. Tipton to reject H.R. 307

January 23, 2017

Congress is also making sure that they are taking care of themselves. Rep. Davidson, R-Ohio, has introduced bill H.R. 307 which states: “To ensure that Members of Congress and Congressional…

Now is the time; volunteer for community
Letters to the Editor

Now is the time; volunteer for community

January 23, 2017

I appreciate your call for volunteering with the organization or cause that moves you the most. Nice touch. As I enter to fourth quarter of my life and reflect on…

Editorial changes
Editorials

Editorial changes

January 22, 2017

A new editor takes the reins and invites renewed public participation

Pruitt risks public, environmental health
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Pruitt risks public, environmental health

January 21, 2017

As attorney general of Oklahoma, Mr. Pruitt filed lawsuits against the EPA’s Clean Power Plan. This plan will limit harmful carbon pollution from power plants that significantly contribute to climate…

Tell representatives to put people first
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Tell representatives to put people first

January 21, 2017

Sen. Cory Gardner voted to approve a budget blueprint that allows the Affordable Care Act (also known as Obamacare) to be repealed without the threat of Democratic procedural interventions. According…

We should protect River Trail walkers
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We should protect River Trail walkers

January 21, 2017

Initially, this idea sounds wonderful. Durango has a vibrant biking community, and tourists come wanting to access our great trails. Bikes are ecological too, right? They replace polluting automobiles. But…

Yes, it’s called ‘dope’ for a reason
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Yes, it’s called ‘dope’ for a reason

January 21, 2017

I am writing to help parents help their students know the truth about marijuana, information largely overlooked in media today. Marijuana causes brain damage to young people. It’s time for…

Despite election, I am a proud American
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Despite election, I am a proud American

January 21, 2017

Democrats have been labeled poor losers, and yes, it was hard to lose that race. Unfortunately, due to the muddied circumstances of the election, we will never know the truth…

Ag Secretary
Editorials

Ag Secretary

January 20, 2017

Let’s hope late nomination does not suggest agriculture is an afterthought

So many reasons to celebrate monument
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So many reasons to celebrate monument

January 18, 2017

After reading the proclamation of its establishment presented by President Barack Obama on Dec. 28, I was overjoyed that all of its wonders will be protected and managed well. For…

Democrats’ adoption of King pure hubris
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Democrats’ adoption of King pure hubris

January 18, 2017

He was a peaceful man who simply sought equal rights for all. He was a soaring and inspiring orator and was also black. In one of the worst moments in…

Sen. Bennet should explain recent vote
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Sen. Bennet should explain recent vote

January 18, 2017

Senate Amendment 178, sponsored by Amy Klobuchar, D-Minn., and Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., would have allowed Americans to legally obtain these cheaper drugs. Some have argued that the amendment didn’t have…

Treating children shows fluoridation works
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Treating children shows fluoridation works

January 18, 2017

As I treat children from all corners of this region, I assess their cavity rate, their diet, their socioeconomic status, their family dynamics, their access to care, and their dental…

School bus cards
Editorials

School bus cards

January 18, 2017

District rightly concerned, but we are not convinced this system will work