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Theocracy claims more about smearing Shea
You write that Matt Shea wants to build a theocracy (“The theocracy of Liberty State,” CFP Dec. 26, 2019) and that is ridiculous. Obviously you have never interviewed him or researched his proposal for a 51st State. You just... — Updated 1/23/2020
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Dams are the Pacific Northwest's flood busters
A year ago, much of America’s heartland was inundated by Missouri River flood waters. At least 1 million acres of U.S. farmland in nine major grain producing states were under... — Updated 1/23/2020
It's OK to be able to change your mind
In his daily commentary on Jan. 21, veteran political commentator Chris Cilliza pointed to a recent poll by Gallup that reflected an 82-point partisan gap between Republicans and Democrats over approval of the job President Donald... — Updated 1/23/2020
Far from the sea and behind unaffected doors
Last night (Jan. 9) I watched the opening of “Just Mercy” with several Black American friends. After the movie, a woman in the bathroom stall next to me was weeping. A very well-educated man I have tremendous respect for said... — Updated 1/16/2020
REAL life in these United States
In response to Nancy Street’s letter on Jan. 9, I’d like to give a positive look at our lives in the United States. Yes, we sit in our comfortable houses watching TV, read the sports pages, tailgate with our friends, go to the... — Updated 1/16/2020
Shielding public employee birthdates isn't about privacy
The Washington State Legislature once again is attempting to make government records more obscure, this time by trying to shield public employee birthdates from disclosure with the introduction of HB 1888. Rep. Zack Hudgins, of... — Updated 1/16/2020
Matt Shea says 'domestic terrorist' claims are lies
Under our Constitution, anyone accused of a crime has right to see all the evidence against them, to face their accusers, and to call witnesses in their defense. I have been falsely accused of being a “domestic terrorist” by a... — Updated 1/16/2020
True impacts of Suleimani killing not considered
On Friday, an American drone fired missiles into a convoy leaving the Baghdad airport and killed Maj. Gen. Qassim Suleimani, who for decades has led Iran’s Quds Force of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps. Several officials... — Updated 1/9/2020
A healthy community expresses itself
It’s the New Year, and with that come the traditional New Year’s resolutions. I’m not a proponent of New Year’s resolutions. I’ve tried them in the past a couple times and they never last more than a few weeks. And as my... — Updated 1/9/2020
Fish and Wildlife must live within its budget
The Department of Fish and Wildlife needs to live with in the budget they have or make cuts. They need to stop buying land (“Access to public lands too expensive,” CFP, 12/19/2010) and restricting the pubic use of state lands.... — Updated 1/2/2020
Fish and Wildlife plays important state role
Eastern Washington is noted for the recreational activities it offers, including — hunting, fishing, hiking, boating, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding and many others. People come from all over to enjoy the natural resources... — Updated 1/2/2020
Fish and Wildlife lands loss part of larger agenda
I read your column regarding the state Department of Fish and Wildlife land holdings. You are spot on on your analysis of the situations stated and solutions that would solve it. Unfortunately, this is happening all over the U.S.... — Updated 1/2/2020
Free Press article on hate crime lacks cultural sensitivity
On behalf of the EWU campus community, I express my heartfelt thanks to the citizens of Cheney who support the diversity of people and perspectives throughout our community. Recognizing that we are all different and all persons... — Updated 1/2/2020
State agency should back off land buys
Earlier this month, state Department of Fish and Wildlife Director officials said they needed an additional $26 million to effectively manage its existing lands and programs. They s... — Updated 12/31/2019
Caring local small businesses make ours 'A Wonderful Life'
At Christmas, millions watch the 1946 movie classic, “It’s a Wonderful Life.” While it is labeled “fantasy drama”, the show gives us a glimpse of reality and reminds us... — Updated 12/28/2019
Watson believes rich people work harder
An ad in Washington DC reads, “Do you need to attend a congressional or judicial hearing but don’t have the time to stand in line? We provide professional, competitively priced line-standing and seat holding services for congre... — Updated 12/28/2019
Has politics become a rich man's club?
After the 2016 election, I wondered if only the filthy rich would be able to run for president. Hillary Clinton, with a net worth of around $35 million, was the Democratic favorite, and her only challenger was Bernie Sanders. Not... — Updated 12/28/2019
The theocracy of Liberty State
As has been widely reported, Rep. Matt Shea (R-Spokane Valley) has been labeled a “domestic terrorist” after the Washington State House of Representatives commissioned an... — Updated 12/28/2019
Zealots can be non-religious too
There is much to take issue with in James Haught’s “Our country is ill-served by having zealots in high offices.” In the limited space allotted in a letter, I’ll leave aside the smeary boilerplate that combines multiple... — Updated 12/19/2019
Christmas lights brighten Cheney winter nights
A big thank you to all who put up holiday lights. At this time of year when the days are short, dark, cold and often dreary, as is so often the news, the cheerful brightness of the lights is a gift to the community. Thank you for... — Updated 12/19/2019
Bridges shouldn't have to sink to be replaced
Bridges shouldn’t have to sink to be replaced. However, at times that’s what it takes. Too often new projects succumb to years of fighting among interest groups and endless... — Updated 12/19/2019
Christmas enjoyment depends on the culture
Nigerian Christians celebrate Christmas in special ways. If possible, most return to the village of their ancestors, even those living abroad. Beginning early on Christmas day, goats are brought to slaughter and then the cooking... — Updated 12/19/2019
The outs and ins of Christmas
By JOHN McCALLUM Managing Editor I’ve been thinking about Christmas. Right, haven’t we all. Or at least most of us in some way. According to a 2019 report by SafeHome.org using data from various Pew Research Center surveys,... — Updated 12/19/2019
On the division of Middle Earth
It seems life imitates art. In the big screen adaptation of the seminal Lord of the Rings trilogy by J.R.R. Tolkien there is a scene where a council of the various inhabitants of... — Updated 12/12/2019
Income disparity makes capitalism work for all
I read an essay not too long ago that claimed income disparity as the biggest danger to our democracy. The author could just have easily said that the gap between the very rich and very poor is a near and present danger. I thought... — Updated 12/12/2019
