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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.
Larson identifies, works to solve challenges
I once asked a friend to describe in one word his experience of living his whole life in Sandpoint. He grinned. “Lucky,” he said.
Larson will listen to constituents
District 1 has a great opportunity to elect Kathryn Larson, a go-getter ready to help us live our best possible lives.
GOP has the facts on Proposition 1
Say no to computer voting and keep your freedom.
Matthee cares about issues important to us
I believe it is high time that our public servants demonstrate the work ethic and tenacity it takes to survive as a middle-class American.
Biden's achievements are long and varied
Joe Biden has a long list of achievements as president.
Too few voters determine our elections
For too long, too few voters have determined who wins our elections. That’s why I am voting yes on Proposition 1, the open primary initiative on the Nov. 5 ballot.
Karen Matthee supports path to equitable balance
The time has come to speak up about issues that affect living in the great state of Idaho.
Matthee will work to return our doctors
I am writing in support of the candidacy of Karen Matthee for Idaho state representative, District 1, Seat A.
Larson will fight for Bonner, Boundary counties
In the coming election, I will be proud to cast my vote for Kathryn Larson for representative from District 1B.
Democrats, like Republicans, are Idahoans first
I hope you will join me in attending the forums on Oct. 2 and Oct. 15 at SHS auditorium at 5:30 p.m. Listen and vote for the person who you feel will best represent you and your family rather than just for the lett…
Why wouldn't you support our kids, schools?
What is not crazy is voting for a $1,130,060.00 levy this November. It is not everything the district needs but it is a step in the right direction. It does support extra- and co-curricular activities, two buses, c…
A possible path to polite politics
Wouldn't it be great to have political campaigns where all parties and all candidates discussed issues and solutions — rather than indulging in name-calling and mud-slinging?
President should be decided by popular vote
Kamala Harris is a radical liberal and a follower. Kamala has announced that if elected she intends to "follow" current Democratic policies and practices.
Vote yes on Proposition 1
The closed Republican primary means that only registered Republicans can weigh in on these critical elections. Because Idaho is a “red” state, I became a RINO (Republican in name only) to participate in primary ele…
Ranked choice is simple, fair to all voters
When Benjamin Franklin exited Independence Hall in 1787, he was asked, "What do we have, a republic or a monarchy?" Franklin replied, "A republic, if you can keep it."