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.
Vote to keep local control over our lives
I write this letter realizing that we all have different views and opinions of elected leaders and government. I encourage all residents to make informed decisions in the primary elections on June 3. Take this resp…
Republicans are frightening
Reading the Daily Inter Lake’s Opinion page lately is like reading the comics and yet very frightening.
Debate cemented vote for Rosendale
Former State Sen. and Lt.Commander Zinke could not contain himself as he was the recipient of the first question of the evening from an opposing candidate in Wednesday night’s congressional debate held in Kalispell…
Zinke's answers don't satisfy voter
I attended the Lincoln-Reagan dinner in Kalspell. Here is what I witnessed. Mr. Zinke and the three competitors vying for the one congressional seat were asked to respond with yes or no answers to several question…
What is reason for name-calling?
Is Republican state Sen. Bruce Tutvedt’s declaration of war, “for the soul of the Republican Party in Montana” the reason he calls Republican Speaker of the House Mark Blasdel and Republican legislative candidates …
Vote for Pierson
I am supporting Debbie Pierson for county clerk and recorder because of her expertise, professionalism and integrity. This is a critical position in county government requiring someone with extensive management exp…
Zinke will put his country first
I have never written an editorial before but read the editorial page daily, mostly for comic relief. I find the vastly differing opinions of people interesting, and some down right unbelievable.
Horning worries 'good old boys'
Life in this country now seems to be rooted in “control” — control of the herd. We have moved out of the subliminal message stage to simply inventing outrageous, but convenient, lies dressed up in adult clothes, an…
Son says Sherman has fought through adversity
My name is Tony Cox and I grew up in Kalispell and graduated from Flathead High School in 2001. It seems like yesterday I left home. I miss the valley badly and most of my family still lives there so I visit often.
Conservative responds to plan for crossover vote
I see where spring is finally here. The grass is green, the robins are looking for nesting material, and the dogs and horses are shedding their winter apparel.
Vote for Hebert
We will be voting to support and elect Mike Hebert for Montana House of Representatives, District 11, on June 3. We urge all voters in this district to do the same.
Making the case for 'responsible Republicans'
There is a war for the soul of the Republican Party in Montana. Responsible Republicans have shown leadership with conservative solutions and is the path I hope voters take on June 3. Option two is a Montana Republ…
Pierson for clerk
As a citizen of Flathead County, I want to say that we all deserve to have the best individual serving us in the clerk and recorder office. Debbie Pierson is the perfect person for clerk and recorder.
Vote for change in Lake County
In a few weeks it will be time to cast your vote for two very important elected positions in Lake County — sheriff and county attorney.
Hebert in HD11
Vote for Mike Hebert for representative in House District 11. He’s the real thing.