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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].
Ingrid Moore: Ballots Mailed Out This Week: Support for Mike Foote

Ingrid Moore: Ballots Mailed Out This Week: Support for Mike Foote

Ballots were mailed out this week for the June 26 primary election. It is important to vote for all positions on the ballot.
Raquel Cagan: Foote will increase diversion and prioritize treatment over jail time

Raquel Cagan: Foote will increase diversion and prioritize treatment over jail time

Last Saturday, I had the opportunity to attend a gathering thrown by a neighbor of mine supporting Mike Foote’s candidacy for District Attorney.
Judy Lubow: Letter to the Editor for Mike Foote

Judy Lubow: Letter to the Editor for Mike Foote

Mike Foote Offers A Positive Vision for District Attorney’s Office As I’ve followed the race for Boulder County District Attorney I’ve been disappointed to see that some of the letter writers supporting interim District Attorney Michael Dougherty’s c
Anthony Maine: Member Op-Ed: Oil & Gas

Anthony Maine: Member Op-Ed: Oil & Gas

Recently, the Longmont Observer sent out a question to its members and asked them to give their opinions on it.
Peter Alexander: Why Longmont needs a performing arts center

Peter Alexander: Why Longmont needs a performing arts center

I recently read with great interest a proposal to the Longmont City Council for a local performing arts center.
Bob Allen: Public Works Week 2018

Bob Allen: Public Works Week 2018

Our nation will quietly celebrate National Public Works Week May 20 through 26. In Longmont, that week will be like most weeks.
Angelique Layton: Letter to the Editor regarding Levison matter

Angelique Layton: Letter to the Editor regarding Levison matter

I am writing to provide a bit of background on the Levison matter as Sarah's legal representative. One of the arguments that we made is that the interpretation being used by the city to fine Ms.
Lora Lee Hinton: Council deal with oil and gas.

Lora Lee Hinton: Council deal with oil and gas.

The council has given preliminary approval to a deal with two oil and gas companies. A deal which must, in part, remain confidential. When ever I hear a deal between a municipality and corporations must be less than transparent my b.s.
Pat Davis: Longmont Needs Mike Foote

Pat Davis: Longmont Needs Mike Foote

When Boulder County D.A.
Marilyn Hughes: 3 good bills "killed" in the State Senate

Marilyn Hughes: 3 good bills "killed" in the State Senate

May 2nd, in a Republican-dominated Senate Committee, three bills sponsored by Rep. Mike Foote and Senator Matt Jones and designed to help protect children, school districts, and the populace, were all “killed” on a party-line vote.