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Protecting democracy

A recent editor letter invited readers to explain how countywide voting for commissioners is protecting democracy. To begin, La Plata County elects three commissioners, all three representin...

DATE: Sep 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Vote down the Colorado gun and ammo tax

There’s an analogy that says democracy is like two wolves and a lamb voting on what’s for dinner. This is especially true for sin taxes. The public believes it’s a good thing if we can raise...

DATE: Sep 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

A proven champion for small business

As a small-business owner, I’ve seen firsthand how Matt Salka’s leadership has positively impacted our local business community. During his time as the mayor of Bayfield, Matt worked tireles...

DATE: Sep 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Public needs more information about Electoral College

The title of Mike Littwin’s Opinion page article in Sept. 8’s paper includes this startling statement: “Too bad your vote doesn't count.” He raises a question that should finally be answered...

DATE: Sep 18, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Vote for the party that respects and honors women

I can sympathize with those who oppose abortion. I do not believe that any woman considers abortion lightly. But what happens when the government intervenes in a decision that should be betw...

DATE: Sep 17, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Vote for Paul Black to make county government work better for the people

As a water and land lawyer, I have worked closely with Paul Black for many years. Paul is a farmer, rancher, business owner, president of Upper Pine Fire and Conservation Districts, and pres...

DATE: Sep 17, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Vote for education

As an educator who taught preschool through grad school, I implore you to vote for teachers and friends of education in our political races. Term-limited, former teacher, Rep. Barbara McLach...

DATE: Sep 17, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Vote for the party that respects and honors women

I can sympathize with those who oppose abortion. I do not believe that any woman considers abortion lightly. But what happens when the government intervenes in a decision that should be betw...

DATE: Sep 17, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Constitution Week is Sept. 17-23

Sept. 17, Constitution Day (and Citizenship Day) is the beginning of Constitution Week, Sept. 17 through 23. This year marks the 237th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution by the C...

DATE: Sep 11, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Biden and Harris got us out of Afghanistan; Trump made sure the Taliban took over

Biden’s greatest achievement was the evacuation of our troops from Afghanistan. Presidents Bush, Obama and Trump all failed to get us out of Afghanistan. Biden got us out with minimum casual...

DATE: Sep 11, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Make respect real again

Politically, I respect the gifts of conservatism and the gifts of liberalism. They each have useful contributions and ideas for us to hear, measure and blend. Where things go awry is when pa...

DATE: Sep 11, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

A response to school bond letter

Jason Mietchen’s letter to the editor (Sept. 6) had a number of interesting points ranging from good observations to misinformed facts to snark. Mr. Mietchen is absolutely correct that the s...

DATE: Sep 11, 2024 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor