Letters to the Editor

“This land swap sets a bad precedent.”

“If the [Longmont City Council] thinks dissing the recommendation from PRAB will come only at a small price, the cost of the loss of public trust of 74% of voters should be carefully calculated, especially for any council candidates running for election next November.”

"If you are experiencing homelessness or at risk of losing your housing—regardless of age—our county and local officials are sending a clear message: you’re on your own, and they want you to keep moving."

A Denver resident urges Governor Polis to reconsider the Front Range Passenger Rail plan, arguing current projections exaggerate train speeds and threaten to dismantle efficient bus service.

Longmont City Council candidate Patrick Dillon writes that the One Big Beautiful Bill Act is "barbaric. " "Up to 377,000 Coloradans could lose their healthcare through Medicaid... 80,000 Coloradans [could] lose access to food assistance entirely... 70,000 working class Coloradans [could be] one step closer to eviction as federal cuts threaten public housing programs."

“If anything should be taken from this horrifying episode, it’s not that we should turn our backs on [Vance Brand] Airport — it’s that we must stand together to protect it.”

“I recognize McCartney’s contributions to CU’s athletic legacy. But his public record cannot be separated from that.”

"Healthy School Meals for All and the local food purchasing program is making a positive difference for students, our schools and our communities, however, without sustained funding, we risk losing this progress."

"This is a meaningful opportunity to recognize the essential work of home visitors, the families they support and the powerful impact of these programs on maternal and child health."

“Food is a basic right and an opportunity to strengthen our communities.”