Letters to the Editor

Opinion

‘Use of drugs, alcohol frequently discounted’

In Wednesday’s paper, a news story about a man jumping off a bridge seems to blame society for his decision.…

March 10, 2024

Opinion

‘Lo, this blasphemy went unchallenged’

And unto them was born a child destined to mislead those who put their faith in him. And rich men…

March 10, 2024

Opinion

‘Protected speakership at expense of innocent Ukrainian lives’

Mike Johnson, the fundamentalist Christian Speaker of the House, demanded the Southern border must be addressed before further Ukraine funding…

March 10, 2024

Opinion

‘Increase traffic patrols on Hwy 550 from Purgatory’

On Feb. 26 at 4:45 p.m., I was driving southbound on U.S. Highway 550 near Glacier when a black Kia…

March 10, 2024

Opinion

‘All think we are on good side’

A letter to the editor in February had the following comment about flying American and Trump flags together: “Therefore, any…

March 10, 2024

Opinion

‘American-born Palestinian good trouble, peacemaker’

I’m pretty sure it was “blessed are the peacemakers” long before it was God bless America. Yet, for this American-born…

March 10, 2024

Opinion

‘Designate Dolores Canyons National Monument’

As someone deeply invested in our local outdoor recreation community through my retail business, I wholeheartedly support the proposed Dolores…

March 10, 2024

Opinion

$60B ‘chump change’ with Putin war

First, I must applaud a Durango letter writer for her well-written contribution, suggesting $60 billion in Department of Defense funding…

March 3, 2024

Opinion

‘GOP plans no different than Iran’s Sharia law’

On Feb. 6, in Owasso, Oklahoma, a 16-year-old nonbinary, sophomore was beaten by a gang of girls in a school…

March 3, 2024

Opinion

‘Pushed by Council. Follow the money’

A whopping addition of 149 condos, townhouses, apartments plus businesses and a park on a small section in an already…

March 3, 2024

Opinion

‘Total disregard for foundational principles’

Having been a member of this community for more than 50 years, and having taught multiple generations (middle school, high…

March 3, 2024

Opinion

‘Wind, wakes the common problem’

In response to an editorial on Feb. 23, citing reasons to further reduce power boat times, some statements were misleading.…

March 3, 2024

Opinion

‘Opens door for Council to silence us’

City Council is creating policy that would prevent future resolutions regarding “religious or international politics.” Because it’s internal policy, Council…

March 3, 2024

Opinion

‘Sad, tragic story shouldn’t happen’

The other night walking down Main Avenue, I came across “Joe.” We had chatted numerous times in the past. Joe,…

March 3, 2024

Opinion

DHS’ Green Team ‘pressed on’

An important acknowledgement was left out of a news story on Feb. 14 in The Durango Herald – Durango High…

March 3, 2024

Opinion

‘Bicyclists not considered in traffic studies’

Bicyclists beware, you are not being considered in county traffic studies. I write as a resident of Hermosa, specifically about…

March 3, 2024

Opinion

‘Countless lakes met rules for ramp’

The Friday editorial on motorized versus nonmotorized usage at Lake Nighthorse was somewhat disingenuous. When this subject first came up…

February 26, 2024

Opinion

Navalny’s ‘life had grand purpose’

Oh, Alexei, today, I am with you on your journey of liberation. Your great spirit, your brave soul has been…

February 25, 2024

Opinion

Cut DOD for ‘$60 billion to Ukraine’

I know the billions already spent on aid for Ukraine is only 5% of the annual $700 billion to $800…

February 25, 2024

Opinion

Navalny ‘had guts to stand up’

I was truly saddened to learn of the murder of Alexei Navalny in a cold, artic Russian gulag, leaving behind…

February 25, 2024

Opinion

U.S. flag, Trump support ‘at cross purposes’

It is often said, “Patriotism is the last refuge of the scoundrel.” That is appropriate, as I often see American…

February 25, 2024

Opinion

Mike Johnson, ‘call yourself a Christian?’

Open letter to Mike Johnson, Speaker of the House of Representatives. You call yourself a Christian? You are not! You…

February 25, 2024

Opinion

‘Hurrah to Three Musketeers of Free Press’

“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof, or abridging the freedom…

February 22, 2024

Opinion

‘Bill turned out to be masterful’

I first met Bill Roberts in 1994, when Morley Ballantine introduced us. I was not impressed – he appeared too…

February 22, 2024