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.
OPINION: Is Rep. Zinke still supporting Trump? How could he?
In the wake of Donald Trump’s 2005 admission to having committed sexual assault, and then a few of his victims corroborating that admission, I sent an email to Rep. Ryan Zinke asking if he still supports Trump.
OPINION: Vote for life and against big government
We have some great choices in this November election — individuals who are pro-life, pro-Second Amendment (and understanding it is not ONLY for hunting, but also for the self-defense of the American people), and an…
OPINION: Candidate touts business experience
I have a business. Product, service and availability are essential to the growth and client retention of my business. Why? Because my clients have choices. They can always leave for another company. I want to be pa…
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I’m an Irish citizen now living in Montana, and I find the candidacy of Taylor Rose for the District 3 Montana House seat deeply disturbing, considering his reported ties to far-right white nationalist movements — …
LETTER: Senator endorses auditor candidate
I’ve seen a lot of good leaders come and go over the past two decades in both the Montana Legislature and in the U.S. Senate. Jesse Laslovich has always been at the top. Jesse hasn’t stopped working his tail off f…
LETTER: Juras a good choice for court
Having lived on the Eastern Hi-Line (Cut Bank, Havre) for many years, I know the country and people pretty well. The people are solid, honest and loyal, the kind you want at your back. Kristen Juras, candidate for …
LETTER: Vote to restrict public trapping
I and my dog Jessie had a terrifying experience with trapping.
LETTER: Some thoughts about the bypass
Celebration of the 93 bypass completion is a salute to patience and foresight. Missing from the list of those who put faith and political capital behind this project are Kalispell Mayor Tom Flynn and U.S. Sen Conra…
LETTER: Don't loosen marijuana rules
Montana is 49th in state income, and cannot afford the marijuana initiative, I-182. It has many restrictions, regulations, limitations, and very weak enforcement and as a result abuses will occur.
LETTER: Holmquist not good choice for commissioner
I cannot understand why anyone in Flathead County would vote for Pam Holmquist to serve another six years as county commissioner. Look at all the bad choices she made with the bridge to the island in Flathead Lake.…
LETTER: Unique considerations of a Clinton presidency
As the election nears and there is a possibility that Mrs. Clinton might win the presidency, it’s worth looking at a very unique and positive result, namely the day-to-day collaboration of a sitting president with …
LETTER: Eileen Bech has proven her ability to serve well
This letter is written to further the campaign of Eileen Bech of Kalispell, who is currently running to represent District 11 in the Montana Legislature. It is a pleasure to recommend her for this position, and I h…
LETTER: Issues to make your decision for president
Whatever your view on the candidates for President, I have made my own decision based on what kind of America I wish to live in. This is an election of issues, not personality.
LETTER: Stop Trump; vet the refugees; restrict trapping
For those of you who do not read newspapers, or follow the news on TV, in order to educate yourselves and become informed voters, please do not vote for Donald Trump.
LETTERS: Final arguments
Citizens make the case for country's future