Letters to the Editor

Free Press contained ‘both left and right’

It’s extremely unfortunate that the Four Corners Free Press is shutting down. There is really no other print entity that…

January 28, 2024

Opinion

‘Evangelicals support most un-Christian candidate’

As we observed the presidential primaries in Iowa and New Hampshire, and based upon reporting from pundits and news broadcasters,…

January 28, 2024

Opinion

‘Resolute in fear wolves bring devastation’

In the recent article about the first release of wolves into our state by Colorado Parks and Wildlife under the…

January 28, 2024

Opinion

‘Hidden message work is a bad thing’

The editorial on the new Impact Career Innovation Center on Wednesday missed the mark. The center is well-built, the skilled…

January 28, 2024

Opinion

‘Saying Kennedy ‘anti-vax’ is name-calling’

I am passionate about scientific integrity and accurate science communication. I have a PhD in Biochemistry and have taught at…

January 26, 2024

Opinion

‘No safe place for homeless to sleep’

Last week, the La Plata County commissioners voted to extend the loan of $500,000 to enable Community Investment Alliance to…

January 21, 2024

Opinion

‘Fact check that? It’s common knowledge’

The Durango Herald has said it will not print a letter to the editor that is flat out wrong. It…

January 21, 2024

Opinion

‘Free Press was a true treasure’

It was with a heavy heart that I read about the Four Corners Free Press going out of publication. It…

January 21, 2024

Opinion

‘Time all Coloradans benefit from oil, gas’

As Colorado balances its fiscal priorities for 2024, it’s important that taxpayers continue to get their fair share of revenue…

January 19, 2024

Opinion

‘Better to give aid’ to Palestinians

The exorbitant costs to rebuild 90% of Gaza for Palestinians is not going to come from their neighbor, Israel. Egypt,…

January 14, 2024

Opinion

‘Hyperventilation about border political ploy’

To all those who believe The Durango Herald is a liberal rag, please, see the editorial on Jan. 3, headlined…

January 14, 2024

Opinion

‘Welcome to a post-truth world’

Three years since the attack on Congress to “stop the steal,” a recent poll indicates that most Republicans continue to…

January 14, 2024

Opinion

The Ocean of Mankind

The ocean crushes down in a constant roar crushing rock, leaving sand on the shore. With its power and majesty…

January 14, 2024

Opinion

‘Necessity must prompt opportunity’

Just as opportunity comes knocking, we tend to knock back, and I feel this occurs as often as it is…

January 14, 2024

Opinion

‘Border has been issue for decades’

I read with interest your editorial on Jan. 3 that President Joe Biden’s reelection depends on his urgent action on…

January 11, 2024

Opinion

‘Practiced demagogue and aspiring dictator’

This new year begins with the reality facing us: The almost certain presidential nominee of one of our two major…

January 7, 2024

Opinion

‘Multiple concerns about a ‘resort’ RV park’

My husband and I are residents of the Animas Valley, and have long respected and valued the unique characteristics of…

January 7, 2024

Opinion

‘Vote wisely become autocracy’

2024. Likely the most important year in my 83 years, with the possible exception of World War II. 2024 could…

January 7, 2024

Opinion

‘Sickening to listen to Trump rant’

We have grave choices to make in the next presidential election. We can continue with a old, and sometime blundering…

January 3, 2024

Opinion

‘Pray for wisdom’ for CD-4 voters

U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert will switch Congressional districts to improve her chances of winning in 2024. Yay for the 3rd…

January 3, 2024

Opinion

‘Common sense used to protect from liberals’

Say goodbye to “Historic Durango.” The only thing historic is the common sense that used to protect our town from…

January 3, 2024

Opinion

‘Just a desire to get re-elected’

This irritates beyond belief. U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert has shown that she is just another politician who wants to be…

January 3, 2024

Opinion

‘In a democracy, vermin vote!’

Here comes 2024 – a pause to consider next steps forward. For me, I want to take those next steps…

January 3, 2024

Opinion

‘Contend with armed men to buy groceries’

A few weeks ago, I was waiting in the line for the pharmacy at the northside City Market in Durango…

January 3, 2024