Opinion
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An update on Lake Pend Oreille and Albeni Falls Dam
District 1 legislators discuss local issues, legislations, and concerns in the weekly Notes From Boise column.
Matthee's care for voters shows in Prop 1 support
When late-night commentator/entertainer John Oliver mocked Idaho Legislator Mark Sauter for stating in an interview that he only recently had become aware of the pain surrounding issues about abortions, I wrote Oli…
Which system really leads to 'rigged elections?'
A lot of signs are popping up proclaiming “rigged choice voting” and urging voters to vote "no" on Proposition 1. Which election system is “rigged?” Is it "open primaries with ranked choice voting" or our current “…
Schools will benefit from Sauter's reelection
Education is the backbone of our community. Rep. Mark Sauter has been consistent in his support of our public schools throughout his service as our District 1 Representative. He has supported and voted for career …
Prop 1 threatens integrity of our elections
I am writing to voice my firm opposition to Proposition 1, which is set to appear on the November ballot. Idahoans for Open Primaries are misleading the public by claiming that this measure is about open primaries.…
Voters must take stand against extremism, fear
Now it is time for everyone, wherever they are on the political spectrum, to decide if they want to keep this republic we have built over the past 248 years.
Prop 1 is deceptive and misleading
I’m writing to shine a light on the dishonest propaganda being distributed about the upcoming ballot measure, Proposition 1. Prop 1 is being deceptively framed as a measure to promote open primaries.
Sauter is the kind of leader we need in North Idaho
Mark Sauter is needed for another term; he is the kind of leader we want here in North Idaho. He actively listens and participates in small communities, offering solutions and a voice.
Free will, not parents, determine political views
A recent letter writer called Kamala Harris a Marxist because her (estranged) father is. My dad (God rest his soul) was a Republican. Luckily, free will exists. Otherwise, I'd have to vote for a party that follows …
Top elected officials oppose Prop 1
It is noteworthy when moderate/liberal Idaho Governor Brad Little and conservative Attorney General Raul Labrador agree on anything. So, it is highly significant that they both think Prop 1 is terrible for Idaho.
Prop 1 is ranked choice voting by another name
Proposition 1 is actually ranked choice voting as enacted in the state of Alaska. It is a disaster for conservative voters because after the initial open vote (which in itself is a great idea) the votes are ranked,…
It's time to bring back our doctors
Childbirth no longer happens at Bonner General Health in Sandpoint; Idaho's legislature has ruled that "a person in Idaho who performs an abortion may face 2-5 years of imprisonment." Now all our local OB/GYNs have…
Prop 1 allows us to vote for individuals, not parties
Democrats and independents and Republicans, oh yeah! I vote for candidates based on their qualifications, ideas, and character, not parties, to lead.
Karen Matthee builds bridges
Recently, I had the pleasure of door-knocking with Karen Matthee to unaffiliated and Republican voters. It was a bit outside my comfort zone if I’m honest.
Sauter gets things done for our farms, ranches
Mark Sauter’s record of getting things done for North Idaho needs to continue. In 2024 he voted for six Idaho agriculture-related bills that were signed into law. He co-sponsored legislation creating a depredation…
Prop 1 puts focus on what we have in common
Reading the opinion letters opposing Prop 1, I have to wonder; why is a moderate stance vilified?