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The Longmont Leader accepts letters to the editor and op-eds for publication from community members, business leaders and public officials on local topics. Publication will be at the discretion of the editor and published opinions do not represent the views of The Longmont Leader or its staff. To submit a contribution, email [email protected].
Opinion: Jake Marsing- Matt Jones is the Proven Leader Boulder County Needs

Opinion: Jake Marsing- Matt Jones is the Proven Leader Boulder County Needs

I met Matt Jones more than seven years ago when he was serving Eastern Boulder County as our representative in the Colorado State House. I got the chance to watch him up close when I interned in the Colorado Senate.
Opinion: Darcy Juday-Show Me the Money: Why No Improvement in Pay Equity This Year?

Opinion: Darcy Juday-Show Me the Money: Why No Improvement in Pay Equity This Year?

We started the year full of hope and energy in Colorado. Women filled the Denver streets marching in January. Three bills addressing pay issues were making their way through the state legislature.
Opinion: Cameron McKay-Let's Fix the Homelessness Services Gap

Opinion: Cameron McKay-Let's Fix the Homelessness Services Gap

As a volunteer with non-profits serving people experiencing homelessness around Longmont, I’ve seen first-hand what our city’s lack of 24/7, year-round homeless services has done to human beings in our community.
Opinion: Josh James-Community Rights and Theresa Stets

Opinion: Josh James-Community Rights and Theresa Stets

Theresa Stets, registered independent, is running for Colorado State House District 12. So far she has been endorsed by the Green Party of Colorado, and United Food and Commercial Workers Local 7. Unfortunately I'm just outside of the district.
Opinon: Marcia Martin and Dr. Tim Waters- Sonya Jaquez Lewis will represent Longmont

Opinon: Marcia Martin and Dr. Tim Waters- Sonya Jaquez Lewis will represent Longmont

South and Eastern Longmont have had excellent representation in the Colorado State House.
Opinion: Ingrid Moore- Matt Jones is Perfectly Qualified

Opinion: Ingrid Moore- Matt Jones is Perfectly Qualified

No candidate for Boulder County Commissioner is more perfectly qualified than state Senator Matt Jones. His deep experience in local and state government will make him effective from day one.
Opinion: State Senator District 18, Steve Fenberg-Boulder County Commissioner

Opinion: State Senator District 18, Steve Fenberg-Boulder County Commissioner

For the last two years I’ve had the privilege of fighting for Boulder County in the State Senate alongside Matt Jones.
Opinion: Jeremy Gregory- Why Willmeng & Stets for Office?

Opinion: Jeremy Gregory- Why Willmeng & Stets for Office?

As a third generation Boulder County native who comes from a long line of eco-conscious farmers, conservationists, teachers and artists, I am proudly voting and supporting Cliff Willmeng for Boulder County Commissioner and Theresa Stets for House of
Opinion: Ruby Bowman-Theresa Stets candidacy for HD 12

Opinion: Ruby Bowman-Theresa Stets candidacy for HD 12

I support Theresa Stets’ candidacy for State House District 12. Theresa may be a new face on the political scene, but she has a solid background as a community activist on oil and gas issues.
Opinion: Rick Jacobi-Train Noise Mitigation

Opinion: Rick Jacobi-Train Noise Mitigation

I have been talking to the City Manager, the Transportation Engineer, and several City Council Members about this: The City has been unable to get grants to help defray the cost of quieting train intersections, and currently is not looking for more g