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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].
Bob Norris: Ward 1 Candidate Tim Waters will help bring the community together

Bob Norris: Ward 1 Candidate Tim Waters will help bring the community together

Tim Waters brings to the City of Longmont and all of its residents a life time of experience and skills that would be hard if not impossible to match.
Gregory Iwan: Josh Goldberg's experience offers him a compass, not a strait jacket

Gregory Iwan: Josh Goldberg's experience offers him a compass, not a strait jacket

Friends and even persons who don’t know me can attest to my cynicism. I don’t deny it. But now and then an asterisk is necessary. Josh Goldberg earns one easily.
Jennifer Paris: Josh Goldberg, candidate for Ward 1, is a great representation of Longmont

Jennifer Paris: Josh Goldberg, candidate for Ward 1, is a great representation of Longmont

My name is Jennifer Paris & I’m a small business owner in Longmont. I’ve had the privilege of being a member of the Longmont Chamber for 17 years and have worked with a number of charities in our amazing community.
Ingrid Moore: Here is why I support Josh Goldberg for Ward 1

Ingrid Moore: Here is why I support Josh Goldberg for Ward 1

I am proud to support Josh Goldberg for Ward 1 City Council representative. Let me tell you why. For the past 10 years, Josh’s work and experience has been focused on Longmont.
Opinion: The Issue on Teens and Smartphones

Opinion: The Issue on Teens and Smartphones

Written by Gennah Penolosa Back in the early 1900’s, when you heard the word “telephone”, you would think of it as a convenient way to communicate with other people across the nation.
Letter to the Editor: Teaching high school students how to respond to sexual harassment reaps benefits

Letter to the Editor: Teaching high school students how to respond to sexual harassment reaps benefits

It’s apparent that sexual harassment is part of everyday life. Recent Times-Call opinion pieces by Ralph Josephsohn and Sally Lyons-Ragin considered the effect that this noxious behavior has on adult women in the workplace.
Opinion: Thinking About Tomorrow's City Council

Opinion: Thinking About Tomorrow's City Council

To Whom It May Concern: The purpose of this communication is to support the candidacy of Ron Gallegos for an at-large seat on the Longmont City Council for the 2017 municipal election. To begin, I have had the pleasure to speak with Mr.
Opinion: Passive Voice, Active Voice

Opinion: Passive Voice, Active Voice

I thank The Longmont Observer for hosting their Ward 2 City Council Candidates’ Debate and choosing such a serious, in-depth format.
Opinion: Why You Should Re-elect Jeff Moore to Longmont City Council

Opinion: Why You Should Re-elect Jeff Moore to Longmont City Council

I am writing to encourage you to vote for Jeff Moore on Nov. 7 and re-elect him for City Council, Ward 2. Full disclosure -- Jeff is my husband.
Vote Yes on Windy Gap Ballot Question 2J

Vote Yes on Windy Gap Ballot Question 2J

By: Jeff Moore The Windy Gap November ballot issue will ask voters to decide whether they support the City Council’s decision to approve building storage for Longmont at Chimney Hollow Reservoir for 10,000 acre feet (acft) recommended by the Longmont