Letters to the Editor
Voices from the community—reader-submitted letters sharing opinions, concerns, and perspectives on local and statewide issues.
Ted Turner leaves a legacy of protected land in the West
Before he died at age 87 in early May, Ted Turner knew that stewardship of land would be his real legacy. Of cours…
LETTER: Don't believe smears against Gianforte
The crazy season for attack ads has arrived in Montana with the biggest money being spent attacking entrepreneur Greg Gianforte, who is running for governor. His signature campaign plank is to provide new ideas for…
LETTER: Tim Harmon for commissioner
Tim Harmon is an outstanding individual. I’m supporting Tim for Flathead County commissioner.
LETTER: Regier has proven record
The Senate seat in District 3 that is now highly contested by two well-known, well-liked candidates demands attention. We must not allow this contest to disintegrate into a pure and simple, but spirited, popularity…
LETTER: GOP voter wake-up call!
The three local Republican races, Tim Harmon v. Pam Holmquist, Don “K” v. Keith Regier, and Jean Barragan v. Derek Skees, represent the split in the Republican Party.
LETTER: Earth Day is for extremists
Earth Day, April 22, passed with small notice. The environmental movement is decimated by extremism, graft and even a murder here and there (Fortino, Buffin et al). The best thinkers of our time suspect that man’s …
LETTER: Democratic delegate process listens to voters
I want to join Jesse O’Hara (see letter in May 13 Inter Lake) in emphasizing the importance of transparency and public confidence in the processes our political parties use to select presidential candidates.
LETTER: 'Exempt' rule change will hurt state, employers
All employers in Montana should be informed of a new rule, thanks to “a Big Brother move” by the U.S. Department of Labor. This proposal would significantly change which employees are eligible to be salaried and wh…
LETTER: Don 'K' for Senate District 3
As we approach the time to vote here in Montana, I have realized it is time to begin a process that I hope resonates across the country, let alone the state. And that is, simply — vote.
OPINION: Congratulations to the FVCC Class of 2016
Tonight, Flathead Valley Community College will celebrate our 48th commencement. More than 370 graduates will be recognized for the commitments and sacrifices they have made to get to this day. They are four-year u…
LETTER: Sticks and stones and attack ads
Sticks and stones may break my bones, but your words cut to the soul of me. I have had to learn to grow thick skin and not let the power of words cut into me because I will not give that power over to those who see…
LETTER: Keith Regier for Senate District 3
Montana needs strong, principled leadership in the Senate, and Keith Regier is the right man for the job.
LETTER: Holmquist puts principle first
Under George Washington’s presidency, Vice President John Adams watched in dismay the beginnings of the formation of political parties. Adams considered what he called the “poison of party” to be the greatest threa…
LETTER: Rep. Hertz needs to 'get out of the way'
As the saying goes, “Lead, follow or get out of the way.”
LETTER: Don 'K' is common-sense conservative
It’s rare that I send a letter to the editor to express my opinion. The elections are upon us, and if you are like me, the thought of picking our future leaders is not easy and is often confusing. One leader that I…
LETTER: 'Truthful' Regier is a superior statesman
I have worked with Rep. Keith Regier for the past four sessions in the Montana Legislature. In today’s world of politics it is hard to find someone like Keith. He is truthful, forthright, honest and dependable. His…