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Letters: President Trump no Theodore Roosevelt

Theodore Roosevelt, a Republican, protected National Parks, public lands and wildlife. Today, President Trump is slashing the size of public lands, such as Bears Ears, and opening public lan...

DATE: Oct 23, 2020 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letters: Vote Yes to oppose late-term abortions

I urge fellow Coloradans to vote Yes on Proposition 115, the initiative to restrict abortions after 22 weeks. Our state is one of six that allows late-term abortion, which puts us in line wi...

DATE: Oct 23, 2020 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letters: You want Jack Turner looking out for you

Growing up in Durango, I have been able to experience La Plata County commission candidate Jack Turner’s kindness firsthand. When I was young, my family started the Durango BMX track in town...

DATE: Oct 23, 2020 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letters: Demand more money for Postal Service

The Postal Service is a vital part of the U.S. health care system. Disruptions will create barriers to care. A recent survey found nearly 24% of respondents depend on the mail for medication...

DATE: Oct 23, 2020 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Endorsements: A recap of the candidates

A recap of people who gained our favor

DATE: Oct 23, 2020 | CATEGORY: Editorials

Editorial cartoons

DATE: Oct 22, 2020 | CATEGORY: Editorial Cartoons

Letters: We’re in trouble if Mitsch Bush is elected

Diane Mitsch Bush is running for Colorado District 3 in Congress. It would stand to reason that anyone seeking to represent such a wide and diverse region of our state would embody principle...

DATE: Oct 22, 2020 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letters: Trump doesn’t have patience for Korea

Co-Chairs Ernest J. Moniz and Sam Nunn of the Nuclear Threat Initiative have warned that “achieving security and stability and reducing catastrophic risks on the (Korean) peninsula will requ...

DATE: Oct 22, 2020 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letters: Would you let Trump enter your house?

If you hear something enough, do you believe it to be the truth? Do you find claiming bankruptcy numerous times a good business practice? Is adultery acceptable? Is narcissism a healthy char...

DATE: Oct 22, 2020 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letters: The president insults Indigenous women

There have been many times when President Trump used harsh names to insult someone. One is “Pocahontas,” a racial slur he used to describe a female senator. Although he used this term to bel...

DATE: Oct 22, 2020 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letters: I’m voting for National Popular Vote

One person, one vote. That’s how our democracy is supposed to work. Short of voter suppression, it does work that way with one huge exception. One person does not equal one vote when we vote...

DATE: Oct 22, 2020 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Letters: Marsha Porter-Norton for commissioner

I endorse Marsha Porter-Norton for La Plata County commissioner because she is a known, trusted entity, not because she has a “D” behind her name. Marsha is already visioning for ...

DATE: Oct 22, 2020 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Photos: Thousands take to the streets for ‘No Kings’ march and rally in Durango

Photos: Navajo Trail OpenFriday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Friday was the first day of the Navajo Trail Open at Hillcrest Golf Club

Photos: Durango Fire Protection District opens Station 2

Photos: Hundreds gather to honor fallen Bloomfield Police officer Timothy OntiverosA solemn procession stretched for blocks Monday morning along West Apache Street in Farmington – a display of unity, grief and honor for Bloomfield Police Officer Timothy Ontiveros, 32.About 7 a.m., a large contingent of law enforcement, motorcyclists, friends and grieving family prepared to embark on the motorcade to the 9 a.m. service at the Bloomfield High School football stadium to celebrate the life of the officer.