Woodward is the right choice for North Idaho

In response to Anne Wilder Chamberlain’s letter (Daily Bee, March 26), it is essential to address inaccuracies and share the truth.

Firstly, it is crucial to clarify that Jim Woodward did not vote to permit high school boys to compete in girls’ sports. His vote against Bill H500 — a bill that, despite passing, remains unimplemented due to ongoing legal challenges — was not an endorsement of the opposite stance. Voting against one bill does not equate to supporting its antithesis. Laws carry significant weight; hence, precision in their drafting is non-negotiable.

Furthermore, Anne’s claim that Jim opposed a bill mandating parental opt-in for sex education misrepresents the situation. The bill in question mandated instruction on human sexuality, gender identity, and sexual orientation. Jim’s vote was in defense of existing Idaho law, which entrusts the primary responsibility for family life and sex education to homes and churches, with schools playing a supportive role (Idaho Code 33-1608).