Letters

Koopman takes the easy way out

Published on Wed, 10/26/2016 - 4:19pm

Editor:

In the four short years that Roger Koopman has represented Montana’s Public Service Commission-District 3, the state’s power rates have indeed increased at double the average rate of increase nationwide. 

Montana used to have some of the cheapest power in the nation. Not anymore. 

Landowners and sportsmen must work side by side

Published on Wed, 10/26/2016 - 4:18pm

Editor: 

Public access is not a sportsman versus landowner political issue. However, out-of-state activists like Sierra Club, ASPCA, Defenders of Wildlife, etc. are trying to make it one. Anti-hunting groups are attempting to increase their influence by pouring political action cash (PAC Money) into Montana’s statewide elections.

Pants on fire

Published on Wed, 10/26/2016 - 4:12pm

Editor:

The president of the Montana Trappers Association, Mr. Toby Walrath, has declared modern trapping techniques to be humane and safe. I call pants on fire.

Techniques just about as humane and safe, I’d say, as an anti-personnel land mine or any other form of improvised explosive device.

Give children, parents opportunity they deserve with school choice

Published on Wed, 10/26/2016 - 4:07pm

Editor:

Every family who has more than one child realizes how different each child can be, in a myriad of ways. You love each one, encourage their natural abilities and help them become strong and self-reliant individuals. One of those unique character traits can be how that individual learns best. 

Don’t be fooled by Malone — vote for Berg for County Commission

Published on Wed, 10/26/2016 - 4:06pm

Editor:

I wanted to write and express my outrage at some of the propaganda encouraging voters to consider re-electing Marty Malone for Park County Commission. His website indicates he has spent eight years collaborating with other agencies, including the Forest Service, Park Service, the Montana Department of Transportation and city of Livingston. 

Why out-of-area support for Lamm?

Published on Wed, 10/26/2016 - 3:58pm

Editor: 

Has anyone but me noticed that most of the people writing in support of Debra Lamm are from out of our area? Yesterday’s letter was from Havre. I would rather support Laurie Bishop, who actually knows and cares about people who live here! Wouldn’t you?

Bonnie Murphy
Livingston

Debunking Cooper’s, Noonan’s charges in PSC race

Published on Tue, 10/25/2016 - 3:45pm

Editor:

I have to admit that this has been a most unusual campaign. There has been almost no discussion by my opponents on issues of substance. Nor have they challenged any of my positions or votes while serving on the PSC — something I would have welcomed talking about.

I-177 a common-sense solution to cruel trapping on our public lands

Published on Tue, 10/25/2016 - 3:44pm

Editor:

One gorgeous fall morning my sister, her husband, their toddler, and their dog decided to go cross-country skiing on a public trail near Bozeman. Minutes later, just out of sight of the parking lot, they heard a snap and a yelp — and found their puppy dying in a steel trap. She did not survive.

Reddington best qualified for Clerk and Recorder/Surveyor

Published on Tue, 10/25/2016 - 3:43pm

Editor:

We are writing to encourage you to support Maritza Reddington as the Clerk and Recorder/Surveyor.

Maritza has worked in the office since 2007. She has vital experience and training in all areas of the duties provided in the Clerk and Recorder/Surveyor office. She has served as a deputy clerk, deputy election administrator and was appointed chief deputy, prior to her appointment as clerk and recorder/surveyor.

Why we should re-elect Lamm

Published on Tue, 10/25/2016 - 3:41pm

Editor: 

I submit this letter in full support of Rep. Debra Lamm in her re-election bid. I have had the privilege of working with Rep. Lamm for the past four years, both in her capacity as a state representative, and as an advocate for families and education. Debra Lamm’s integrity is impeccable. She is a terrific researcher and always comes to hearings and meetings fully prepared. She never fails to listen to both sides of a story or issue, and then exercises independent judgment in forming her conclusions.