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Fond farewell for ‘Hazardous Helen’ | Letters

It has always impressed me how many folks appreciate and praise Helen’s commitment to environmental issues

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Primary voters, candidates deserve ‘Thanks’ | Letters

I look forward to a positive and civil general election campaign and vigorous discussions about the issues that…

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Enough Already! | Letters

I believe it is very important to acknowledge that in order for quality health care on our island…

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Complex, costly; CAO led astray | Letters

Additional rounds of meetings added to the mounting costs and distracted from other important county business.

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Charter changes not yet complete | Letters

The county has been divided into three districts since 1889: San Juan No. 1, Orcas No. 2, Lopez/Shaw…

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Stuck in the Dark Ages of elections | Letters

The “rational” used to defend the same kind of at-large unequal districts scheme in San Juan County has…

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Vote for those who promote pot | Letters

Before you vote in the next election make sure the candidate you are voting for agrees with your…

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Elections hijacked by political parties? Not so | Letters

As voters, what we really want is civility. We don't need personal attacks on other candidates and exaggerated…

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New era of health care? Indeed | Letters

As I waited for my son's turn in the ER I walked around the facility, gazing at fancy…

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Objections over appointment unwarranted, puffed up | Letters

In my opinion, if Chairman Jamie Stephens and members of the county council (who voted 6-0 to approve…

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Undeterred by ultimatum; Pratt responds | Letters

I recognize that I-502 presents economic development opportunities for local farmers, processors, and other related businesses. I-502 also…

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County Council ignores ‘appearance of fairness’ with appointment| Letters

I also find it startling that the county would appoint an individual to any position volunteer or otherwise,…

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A record of understanding unmatched; Byers in Dist. 2 | Letters

Lisa not only brings this knowledge and understanding to the table, she also has the capacity and skill…