When it became clear that President Biden would likely drop out of the race, I hoped that some shining, younger, experienced, and inspiring Democratic candidate would emerge…
Category: Opinion/Letters
LETTER: Offering Justification for the Mob
There is great risk in supporting a candidate who seems incapable of seeing the humanity in the people with whom he disagrees…
EDITORIAL: The Lonely Sheepherder, Part Three
“Juan Montoya was on lookout while the other sheepherders were minding the flock. He saw three armed men on horses, riding towards him…”
EDITORIAL: The Lonely Sheepherder, Part Two
I stopped by to visit the Lonely Sheepherder on Sunday, July 28. He stands on a concrete pedestal beside the walking path…
INTEL FROM THE IVORY TOWER: Ready To Pay More For Your Weather Reports?
Is a tornado or hurricane headed our way, and where should we go… or how much time do we have to get to safety?
EDITORIAL: The Lonely Sheepherder, Part One
“First of all, I’d like to thank the Town, the Tourism Board and the Arts Council for coming together to make this project happen…”
OPINION: Project 2025 Has Something (Bad) for Everyone
Like most elk (and other) hunters in western states, I depend on public lands for hunting and outdoor recreation…
OPINION: A Symptom of America’s Moral Decay
What we are seeing is a nation in decline having openly embraced a dangerous moral and epistemic relativism, which is philosophically unsustainable…
LETTER: Regarding the ‘Recall Commissioner Medina’ Petition
Just because Commissioner Medina’s license is with Exit Realty, she does not have any financial gain unless she is the agent on the transaction, which she is not…
OPINION: If You’re Worried About Project 2025, Blame Joe Coors
“There wouldn’t be a Heritage Foundation without Joe Coors,” former Heritage president Edwin J. Feulner said…
EDITORIAL: Town Council Rejects Proposed Parking Lot in Town Park, Part One
A Town-appointed group of mainly business owners has been exploring the idea of creating temporary (or possibly permanent) satellite parking lots…
EDITORIAL: Trouble at the BOCC? Part Four
“When Commissioner Medina did not properly state the fact that she is an agent with EXIT Realty… she broke state statute and lost our trust…”
OPINION: Donald Trump’s Reckless Infatuation with Nuclear Weapons
As President of the United States, Donald Trump sabotaged key nuclear arms control agreements including the INF Treaty, the Iran nuclear agreement, and the Open Skies Treaty…
EDITORIAL: Trouble at the BOCC? Part Three
“Again, my thought is just looking at that possible impact for the community overall, is kind of where I’m landing, but thank you both for your time…”
INTEL FROM THE IVORY TOWER: The Reason Biden Has Stepped Aside
It comes down to Biden’s debate performance, and subsequent appearances at summits and news conferences, show that he’s not as spry as he used to be…
LETTER: Ultimately, True Peace Can Be Built Only on Justice
The United Nations’ International Court of Justice just ruled that Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories is illegal…
EDITORIAL: Trouble at the BOCC? Part Two
A group of citizens are currently circulating a petition to recall Commissioner Medina…
EDITORIAL: Trouble at the BOCC? Part One
“Yes, I am concerned about Mr. Harper’s previous employment, and I will be taking that under due consideration…”
OPINION: Voices of Unity Stand Out in Colorado
The more conflict rends a society, the more commendable are voices of peace…