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Letter to the editor: Democrats’ view of democracy interesting

It’s interesting how the Democrats want to save our “democracy” from Donald Trump, yet this so called ‘pro-Democracy’ party just staged a coup on the democratically … more

8/30/24

Letter to the editor: We need to legally insist on competence, vetting and safeguards to protect taxpayers

Is democracy as we know it a good thing? The recent theft of taxpayer funds indicates there was no control over the treasurer, and worse, the elected officials did not practice due diligence in … more

8/28/24

Letter to the editor: Abortion isn’t the only ‘right’ women care about

I am writing to express my growing frustration over current anti-Joe Kent commercials. Why is it that so many liberals believe the only issue female voters care about is the legal … more

8/28/24

Letter to the editor: Behavior of group of men at fair appalling and dangerous

I am a Democrat. I volunteered for several shifts at the recent Southwest Washington Fair. My first shift was Friday night from 6 to 8 p.m. I had just arrived and greeted my fellow volunteers … more

8/28/24

Letter to the editor: Reagan’s rendezvous with destiny has arrived — choose wisely this November

Sheryl Isaacson’s recent letter to the editor was great, and I’d like to add some more context. I served 10 years on the East German-Czech borders and saw Russia at its zenith and … more

8/28/24

Letter to the editor: Port commissioner’s letter raises serious questions about his leadership ability

I am responding to a letter to the editor penned by Port of Centralia Commissioner Kyle Markstrom. I believe the public should be aware of some of the disingenuous hypocrisy within. As an … more

8/28/24

Letter to the editor: Green Hill youth are being let down, and their chance at rehabilitation is being stolen

It’s been over a year since the Joint Narcotics Enforcement Team (JNET) conducted a search at Green Hill School, Washington’s maximum security juvenile rehabilitation and detention … more

8/28/24

Letter to the editor: Beware — the Button Police have arrived

Letter writer Kyle Markstrom has just appointed himself as kommandant of the Lewis County Button Police by the authority vested in his sanctimonious ego. Apparently, he was incensed by the gall … more

8/28/24

Letter to the editor: A vote for Trump is a vote for Christian Nationalism

There is nothing Christian about Christian Nationalism. Christian Nationalism believes that political violence is justified. Jesus advocated for non-violence and radical love in … more

8/21/24

Letter to the editor: Letter writer way off on gun violence facts

It’s interesting how if someone writes something, many will believe it is true. Letter writer Nicholas Cook states in his letter to the editor that permitless carry of firearms leads to … more

8/21/24

Letter to the editor: County commissioner’s display of button concerning

I recently attended the Southwest Washington Fair where I encountered a concerning situation that I believe the public should be aware of. As an elected official myself, I have always held our county … more

8/21/24

Letter to the editor: If legal gun owners were a problem, you would know it

Letter writer Nicholas Cook of Chehalis informs us in a recent letter that permitless carry has been statistically proven to lead to more gun violence. Nothing could be further from the truth. … more

8/19/24

Letter to the editor: Lewallen statement signals unity in Republican Party

A lot of cross words were thrown at candidate Joe Kent for Congress during this heated and emotional race in the Third Congressional District before the primary. So, I was really surprised when I … more

8/19/24

Letter to the editor: So only Republicans can call for killing?

Addressing John McCroskey’s latest diatribe, these are his words: “Predictably, pathetic liberals were upset that the shooter missed and posted about it online. Politics is nasty, … more

8/14/24

Letter to the editor: We can’t afford to further hand Washington state over to radical leftists

Although many hoped a different candidate would represent the Republican ticket in November, we now find ourselves at a critical juncture. We’ve all seen and heard the rhetoric between … more

8/12/24

Letter to the editor: You will only appreciate your freedoms when they are gone

The most important thing to think about during this election is: What do you want our country to be? Do you want it to remain a democratic republic that offers freedoms that no other country … more

8/12/24

Letter to the editor: Somehow Democrats are soft on crime?

Permitless carry, which has been statistically proven to lead to more gun violence in states that legalize it, has in recent years become the norm in Republican-controlled states. But somehow … more

8/7/24

Letter to the editor: Sharing credit for keeping the fair open

It’s very interesting to me to see the local Republican Party, particularly Elizabeth Rohr, write a letter of support to reelect Sean Swope recently, and the biggest accomplishment Rohr can … more

8/7/24

Letter to the editor: Quit spreading lies and hate about President Donald J. Trump

This letter is in response to the letter from Marty Ansley that was in the June 22 edition of The Chronicle. Marty compares Christianity to Al-Queada and ISIS-appropriated Islam. He says, and I … more

8/7/24

Letter to the editor: Nick Brown provides the kind of experience the state AG office needs

I was an attorney in state government for over 37 years. Because of my experience I am closely watching the campaign for Washington state Attorney General. There is no question in my mind that … more

8/7/24