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Protect teachers, students
Editor, As a retired high school registrar and former junior high principal’s secretary and office manager, I write to express my deep concern over...
Leaders with strong character
Back in the late 60’s at Warner Barracks in Bamberg, West Germany, Sergeant First Class Schmidt ran a mortar platoon so well that no rank either...
Who is responsible for parks
Who is responsible for the Sanders County parklands? Not the board of commissioners. Glen Magera – although the county provides him with an email,...
Residents have responsibility
We are off and running on a new year with great enthusiasm because it’s 2021 and no longer 2020! Right? And the city government is working on...
Opposition SJ2
While serving as the 15th Supreme Court Chief Justice, Warren Burger stated in his June 22, 1983 ,letter to Phyllis Schlafly of Eagle Forum, “I...
Constitution not the problem
I do not oppose Article V per se, just all misuse of it. The Constitution is not the problem, amending or rewriting is not the solution. I stand...
Take a stand against HB 102
Sanders County Ledger readers should let their legislative senator (Bob Brown) know that they are not in favor of HB 102. This bill would allow...
Hold people accountable
This is in response to Jim Elliot’s columns of Jan 7 and 21 “Montana Viewpoint.” I applaud and agree with Catherine Moore’s Jan. 21st letter....
March for Life on Friday
Dear Editor, In regards to the “March for Life” this Friday, January 29, 2021, in our community, I would like to share this thought: “An unborn...
Election irregularities
Dear Editor, I would like to respond to Jim Elliot’s op-ed “A dangerous game with democracy” (January 7, 2021). There are hundreds of...
Silence supports disrespect
The Sanders County Courthouse and the Sanders County Sheriff's Office have not lowered the American flag to honor peace officers dying as a result of...
Hedahl a great choice
What a wonderful choice to lead the parade! If you'd asked me for a nomination, I'd have been hard pressed to come up with anyone, but as soon as I...
Headline was misleading
I want to thank Mariah Kardelis for the well-written article on the sale of lands historically owned by Anaconda Company, Champion International,...
Shift in political party
Editor, To President Elect Biden. Congratulations to President Elect Biden. May the Republicans in the Senate and Congress treat you as well as the...
National curriculum needed
School scheduling became pretty chaotic for my son and family this fall, so they decided to homeschool until things settle down. Since my two junior...
Thankful for the help, care
Editor, In June, I made a trip to Oklahoma with two aunts and an uncle to visit my eldest uncle. While there, we all contracted COVID. We made it...
Election workers appreciated
Our country provides for our right, and calls upon our responsibility, for every citizen to cast their vote. This election process is the backbone of...
Trust the election process
PATIENCE! Let the election process go through its complete course. The media is jumping the gun by calling this election for Biden now. (11/7) There...
Great leaders and people aren't always the same
I recently read Dwight D. Eisenhower’s Crusade in Europe (1948), his autobiographical version of WWII from about 1941 to 1945. I assume there are...
Chamber should honor Jesus in parade
Dear Editor, It’s my understanding that the Chamber of Commerce is looking for a grand marshal for the Christmas on Main Street parade. As a...
Transparency might help
I can understand the right to anonymity when it comes to a person's privacy, like health issues. However, I do not agree with an apparent refusal by...
Investigate the truth
I seldom write a letter to the editor, but that must change. I am addressing this to the population at large and especially to Hannah Hernandez of...
Magone demonstrates family values
Now, with ballots in hand it’s up to us to make some decisions. One choice I’d encourage you to make is Diane Magone for Senate District 7. As an...
Firefighters support Tranel
As former wildland firefighters, we learned what’s required to take on complex and difficult tasks. We learned that when the going gets tough,...
Stough a new perspective
Veterans and Spouses – You know this: Military training instills a distinct attitude for honor, service and reliability for the country. Chris...