Opinion
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Craters of the Moon: An extraordinary Idaho landscape, living laboratory
A Boise taxidermist by trade, Robert Limbert’s explorations and depictions of Idaho one hundred years ago helped t…
Herndon doesn't care about our natural resources
Senator Herndon’s 2024 votes against Idaho agriculture and water are misaligned with District 1 constituents; not “Saving Idaho” as he promotes.
'He ain't from around here' doesn't factor in
Cops are the same wherever you go. I was a cop for 33 years. I trained extensively with cops from all over the world, including military special ops folks. Never in all of those years did, “you ain’t from around he…
The brave don't follow in fear; they lead
"It’s morning again in America.” Forty years ago, Americans heard those words in a Ronald Reagan presidential campaign ad.
Mark Sauter is the best choice for job
We recently received a political flyer bashing District 1A Representative Mark Sauter. Ironically it is from Jane Sauter (no relationship to Mark) She is running for Mark’s position.
Trio don't represent Idaho values
The National Education Association is the largest labor union and one of the largest activist groups in the U.S.
Herndon dedicated to protecting women and girls
I value the lives and health of women and especially those of the disfavored minority, unborn girls who will become the next generation of women. Therefore, I’m voting for Scott Herndon, because he has always acted…
Don’t be confused by the Democrats
Some people say that Democrats are about as rare as honest used car salesmen in North Idaho.
Woodward cares about community's residents
It is known in the community that Jim Woodward understands emotional distress and has experience in helping his fellow community members.
Mark Sauter's expertise invaluable in Legislature
Here in the West, the threat of catastrophic fire is always looming. We saw the grim reality last summer when hundreds of homes were torched in a matter of hours just across the state line. That's why we need Mark…
We are well represented by Mark Sauter
While Mark is a conservative, he exercises decision-making that does not necessarily conform to labels. It was clear from my interaction with Mark and others who worked with him to get H596a passed that he wanted…
Conservative Jim Woodward is the right pick
Conservative-liberal. Fascist-communist. These are examples of binary categories that don’t capture the true complexity of political thought that actually exists. To a fascist, Scott Herndon is a liberal. But that …
Community thanked for support
On behalf of the Jaylym Hayden family, we would like to thank others in our time of sorrow.
Larson deserves your vote in primary
Democrats in Idaho have been trained that the primary does not matter for them. Forget your training! This year, we have a candidate that needs your vote.
Dave Walter is best choice for GOP committeeman
I urge you to vote for Dave Walter for Republican Committeeman in the Bonners Ferry/Kootenai precinct.
VanGesen's leadership will benefit us all
I am writing this to encourage everyone to vote for Jon VanGesen for Boundary County Sheriff.