Letters to the Editor
Voices from the community—reader-submitted letters sharing opinions, concerns, and perspectives on local and statewide issues.
OPINION: We aren’t mad enough about PFAS in Montana’s rivers
For many Montanans, rivers and lakes are more than scenic landscapes.
LETTER: Muslims already have curtailed U.S. freedoms
Bill Cox’s letter about Muslim immigration (“Ignore the Muslim bashing,” April 15) exhibits historical ignorance. He writes, “Muslims constitute about 1 percent of the U.S. population … The idea that such a tiny mi…
LETTER: Local attorney disputes claims of wrongdoing
LETTER: Keep Regier in Legislature
Please vote for Keith Regier, Republican candidate for District 3 state Senate in the June primary.
LETTER: Don 'K' for political change
The Montana Legislature could work a lot better. I know from having served in it.
LETTER: Real Muslims won't really assimilate?
During the week of April 25-30, SALAM, Standing Alongside America’s Muslims, and the Jeannette Rankin Peace Center will host Celebrate Islam Week in Missoula.
LETTER: Every day is Earth Day
The recycling community is well aware that April 22 is Earth Day. It’s a day that recycling businesses, organizations, and savvy schools advertise their products and/or sponsor events to celebrate taking care of th…
OPINION: Free colonoscopies? Don't believe it
While John Morrison’s letter encouraging legislators to cover colonoscopy costs is heartfelt and his personal loss tragic, he is mistaken. As one who would benefit from expansion of government-mandated reimbursemen…
OPINION: Who ya gonna vote for?
The great American political circus is currently touring the USA, and quite a show it is. I hope all Montanans will take the opportunity to view at least a few episodes. It is very entertaining, quite educational a…
OPINION: Risks of bottling plant need to be fully assessed
The comments and opinions expressed herein reflect those of most residents and/or business owners who will be affected ultimately by the operation of a water bottling plant located on Egan Slough along the Flathead…
LETTER: The myth of 'separation'
The myth of separation of church and state has been going on for years, ever since the phrase was mentioned in Everson v. Board of Education (1947).
OPINION: Puerto Rican 'rescue' would set dangerous precedent
Congress is trying to figure out how to ease Puerto Rico’s fiscal crisis. Most Americans aren’t following this debate. But they should, because whether — and how — Congress intervenes in Puerto Rico will set the st…
LETTER: Uranium and Malheur, the untold story?
In the opinion page on Feb. 25, Gene Lyons seems to know the Bundy boys are the only villains at the Malheur Wildlife Refuge.
LETTER: Regier for Senate
It is my great pleasure to endorse Rep. Keith Regier as candidate for Montana’s Senate District 3.
OPINION: Don't expand jail until after vote on marijuana
There is presently a big push to increase the number of beds for prisoners in Flathead County. I believe we should stop and think before we spend the money.
LETTER: Islamic propaganda?
“Celebrate Islam Week” is being celebrated in Missoula, April 25-30. It is alarming to see St. Paul Lutheran Church and Hellgate High School as sites for these one-sided presentations by a University of Montana pro…