Letters to the Editor

LETTER: Bad decision to hire outside consultant in Clallam

I was appalled by the decision Oct. 22 by our Clallam County commissioners to override the decision of our elected Director of Community Development on… Continue reading

  • Nov 1, 2018

LETTER: Black brings admirable credentials for District Court

While I am friends with John Black’s able opponent, Superior Court Judge Eric Rohrer, and also believe he would ably and honorably continue in his… Continue reading

  • Nov 1, 2018

LETTER: Kennedy the leader needed for Jefferson prosecuting attorney

Leadership requires mutual respect, which is why James Kennedy has my vote for Jefferson County prosecuting attorney. The prosecutor can’t do the job alone. Most… Continue reading

  • Nov 1, 2018

LETTER: Questions union’s endorsement of Peach in Clallam County

As a member of Teamsters Local 589, I question my union’s endorsement of Bill Peach for Clallam County commissioner. Many of my fellow Teamsters are… Continue reading

  • Nov 1, 2018

LETTER: Toepper sparks reader’s interest for PUD seat

Jefferson County’s Public Utility District commissioner candidate Dan Toepper is the one candidate that sparks my interest and enthusiasm. “Returning Power to the People” is… Continue reading

  • Nov 1, 2018

LETTER: Concealed carry permit not required for pistol ownership

A letter dated Oct. 18 in favor of I-1639 states that having a concealed pistol permit is already a state requirement to purchase a pistol.… Continue reading

  • Oct 31, 2018

LETTER: I-1639 won’t stop what it’s designed to stop

After reading the letter to the editor Oct. 18 about I-1639, I need to clarify some of the erroneous and factually inaccurate statements contained therein.… Continue reading

  • Oct 31, 2018

LETTER: Support Barkhuis for her work as treasurer

The voters of Clallam County need to vote for Selinda Barkhuis for prosecuting attorney. Mark Nichols is no fiscal conservative even though he claims to… Continue reading

  • Oct 31, 2018

LETTER: No hope for America if Democrats win

If you still plan to vote for a Democrat after seeing them without their disguises in the Justice Brett Kavanaugh fiasco, then I fear there… Continue reading

  • Oct 30, 2018

LETTER: Vote no on gun control, carbon tax initiatives

Gun control advocates keep trying to get “commonsense” laws passed. They use fear and emotion to get the government to strip citizens of their rights.… Continue reading

  • Oct 30, 2018

LETTER: Consider the record when choosing for state legislature

Bill Peach should be commended for participating in a collaborative way on the Board of Commissioners. But he is way off-base to charge Mike Doherty… Continue reading

  • Oct 29, 2018

LETTER: Group makes its election research available

In case you haven’t noticed all of the competing election signs all over Clallam County, 2018 is an election year. And like many citizens who… Continue reading

  • Oct 29, 2018

LETTER: Proposed I-1639 poorly drafted, won’t accomplish goals

I read with interest the article of Oct. 8 entitled “Focused on gun violence.” After reviewing Initiative 1639, I have become convinced this initiative is… Continue reading

  • Oct 29, 2018

LETTER: Republicans would reduce deficit with program cuts

This is a shout-out to people in our community who are affected by Medicare, Medicaid or Social Security. If you’ve been following the news recently,… Continue reading

  • Oct 29, 2018

LETTER: Tharinger works to reach solutions for region

Steve Tharinger has made a positive difference in our community. My experience and knowledge of him is that he works to reach solutions. As our… Continue reading

  • Oct 29, 2018

LETTER: Waddell could promote solar on Olympic Peninsula

In reference to a Peninsula Voices letter of Oct. 8 about Jim Waddell for his support to solar power in Clallam County, yes Jim lives… Continue reading

  • Oct 29, 2018

LETTER: Waddell smart, informed and motivated candidate for Clallam PUD

Jim Waddell, candidate for PUD commissioner, understands why our current dependency on the Columbia and Snake River hydro project is a formula for higher electrical… Continue reading

  • Oct 29, 2018

LETTER: Carbon tax initiative would impose modest fee for investment

Value of I-1631 How much is clean air worth? How much is a habitable planet worth? We are faced with these questions now as we… Continue reading

  • Oct 28, 2018

LETTER: Chapman open-minded, caring, concerned

Vote for Chapman I am strongly urging a vote for Mike Chapman for state representative in the upcoming election. I have had the pleasure of… Continue reading

  • Oct 28, 2018

LETTER: Chapman, Tharinger work well together

Work together Mike Chapman and Steve Tharinger represent us extremely well and have earned our vote. They both have served as local leaders and know… Continue reading