Opinion

Letters to the Editor

Concerns about refugees are not political

The attacks in Paris were yet another horrific reminder that terrorism is real and unpredictable. Like every terrorist attack before it, the world is forced to sift through the horror for clues...

DATE: Nov. 26, 2015 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Charging into the Syrian immigration cul-de-sac

WASHINGTON — The Syrian refugee debate has become a national embarrassment. It begins with a president, desperate to deflect attention from the collapse of his foreign policy, retreating to his one...

DATE: Nov. 26, 2015 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Sage Hen saga too typical of government

In response to the story about the Dolores Ranger District restroom removal (Journal, Nov. 20), a few thoughts come to mind. First, working taxpayers paid to design and construct the Sage Hen...

DATE: Nov. 23, 2015 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

New battlefield is unfamiliar terrain for the West

WASHINGTON – The horrific massacre in Paris reminds us of the Achilles’ heel of American foreign policy. Ever since World War II, our foreign policy has rested on an oft-silent presumption that...

DATE: Nov. 23, 2015 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Vote for Sanders for a better country

Let me tell you why I am voting for Bernie Sanders for president. He has over 20 years of independently voting and his message has been consistent throughout his time in Congress. I am also voting...

DATE: Nov. 23, 2015 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Beef up security on local campuses

My fiancee attends Pueblo Community College/SCCC. He is getting charged for a nurse and for security but has never seen it or it does not exist. This came to light because I asked him about it just...

DATE: Nov. 23, 2015 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Obama’s phony war does nothing to stop terrorists

WASHINGTON – Tell me: What’s a suicide bomber doing with a passport? He’s not going anywhere. And, though I’m not a religious scholar, I doubt that a passport is required in paradise for a martyr...

DATE: Nov. 20, 2015 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Results come from transcending boundaries

As winter weather drives more people indoors, it’s time to note that there’s been good progress made lately on Colorado’s natural resources issues. There’s a long way to go before we are protecting...

DATE: Nov. 20, 2015 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Why I support Sanders for president

Let me tell you why I am voting for Bernie Sanders for president. He has over 20 years of independently voting and his message has been consistent throughout his time in Congress. I am also voting...

DATE: Nov. 16, 2015 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

A look at how Fannie and Freddie have survived

WASHINGTON – One of the most interesting and uncovered stories these days is the survival of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac – the giant housing entities created by the government and known collectively...

DATE: Nov. 16, 2015 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

County should pay like everyone else

We all benefit when we invest locally. Many businesses and nonprofits make it policy to buy locally to strengthen our communities and county. Why do the county commissioners seek an exemption from...

DATE: Nov. 16, 2015 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

Kudos to Cortez transportation service

I live in southwest Florida in a city that is significantly larger than Cortez. I am confined to a wheelchair and feel we have good ADA transportation. However I must say you have excellent...

DATE: Nov. 16, 2015 | CATEGORY: Letters to the Editor

click here to add your event
Area Events
Directory Plus

Search Directory Plus

Find:
Where:

Letters to the Editor are limited to 250 words. You will not be able to submit your letter in this form if you exceed this limit. Please include your full name, town or county of residence and a contact phone number. We edit letters for length and clarity and to eliminate libelous or tasteless material.

Opinion columns can be submitted to [email protected]. They are published at the prerogative of the opinion editor and may be edited. Opinion columns should be 600-650 words and should be accompanied by a head shot of the author and a one-line pertinent biographical description. (For example, “John Doe is president of the nonprofit Kidz ’n’ Horses,” or “Jane Doe is a Durango City Councilor.”) Please also include your full name and contact phone number.

0/250 words