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Yes to legalizing gay marriage | Letter

It is frequently said that marriage is between a man and a woman. But that merely specifies participants.…

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Lancaster for council | Letter

This year’s election is approaching soon, and all of us will be faced with some important decisions. One…

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Hughes for council | Letter

I am writing to offer my wholehearted support for Rick Hughes for county council.

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Grange #966 endorses GMO-Free Initiative | Letter

The members of San Juan Island Grange #966 voted at their membership meeting Oct. 3 to endorse the…

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Yes to GMO ban | Letter

A ban on genetically modified organisms in San Juan County would protect our island agriculture from genetic pollution…

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Bond request is a great opportunity | Letter

Our family chose to stay on Orcas in part because of the quality of the school. Our son…

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Vote yes for School bond | Letter

We are hoping you join us in voting “YES” for the $11.9 million construction school bond on your…

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More strong leadership, and local representation, not less | Letter

Over the past three years we have spent hours observing council meetings and we are as frustrated as…

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More strong leadership, and local representation, not less | Letter

Over the past three years we have spent hours observing council meetings and we are as frustrated as…

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Vote no on the Charter Review Commission recommendations | Letter

There is no monetary savings in going from six part-time council members being paid more than $20,000 a…

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Vote no on proposition 1 & 2 | Letter

County-wide elections are not logical. The current method of voting only in your district ensures that all voters…

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Reject Propositions 1 and Proposition 2 | Letter

1) Representation – Isn’t it better to actually know your representative? Voting for someone you know, because they…

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Devil in the detail | Letter

Much has been written about the larger issues involved in Proposition No. 2. Large issues are easier to…