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Letter to the Editor: No to Partisan PACs
So just who are these people who claim to “trust islanders” and want my vote? [On April 19] I checked the Public Disclosure Commission website about TrustIslanders, the new political action committee on San Juan
Guest Column: Jarman’s Out in the Open
By Bob Jarman A recent letter implied my campaign is "hiding" behind the Trust Islanders political action committee. If we are “hiding behind Trust Islanders”, somebody forgot to tell us! The ”Vote Bob” campaign started
Guest Column: Byers Addresses “Trust Islanders”
As Rick Hughes does not want the endorsement of Trust Islanders, I write this open letter: Dear Trust Islanders: I am hoping – now that Rick has asked you not to endorse him – that
Letter to the Editor: Political Hat Tricks in Election
There are some crazy political hat tricks going on during this special county election season. Are you watching? First we had the Republican Party quietly disappear themselves in a full-on fit of “non-partisanship.” Then the
Guest Column: Community Moving Forward
By Rick Hughes I first announced my run for San Juan County Council on May 3, 2012. I decided to run because I felt it was the right time to make a difference. I honestly
Letter to the Editor: Vote for Freedom from Rules
We choose freedom. We live here so we can enjoy the peace, freedom, and natural beauty of our rural island paradise. Like many of us, we came here to escape the tyranny of “civilization” –
Letter to Editor: Michael Karp for OPALCO board
Michael Karp is running for the OPALCO board, and he has our vote and full support. Michael is uniquely qualified for the OPALCO board. He has been pioneering innovative and successful energy efficiency, renewable energy
Letter to the Editor: Jarman a Straightforward Supervisor
In the upcoming election, voters countywide will be casting their ballots for County Council members. I realize that people who live on Orcas and Lopez might not be very familiar with Bob Jarman from San
Letter to the Editor: Byers Has Proven Track Record
In the five years I have lived full time here on Orcas Island, I have come to know Lisa Byers well, and to see her powerful positive impact on our residents. Through her exemplary leadership
Letter to the Editor: Byers Excels in Priorities and Leadership
As a property owner, parent, pedestrian and long time resident, Lisa Byers has my vote. As a property owner, I have watched Lisa utilize her immaculate skill set to lead Opal for 17 years. In
Letter to the Editor: Pratt Protects Our Marine Environment
We citizens of San Juan County are indeed fortunate to have Lovel Pratt as a candidate for County Council in the April 23 election. Her 20 years of creative involvement in many aspects of community
Letter to the Editor: Hughes is a Neighborly Independent
Dear Editor, Here’s why I am voting for Rick Hughes for County Council: Management Experience – Rick has many years of experience in the real world operation and management of both big business and small
Letter to the Editor: CAO Like Updating “David”
Will we need a large fig leaf for the islands? Lets look at the CAO from a metaphorical point of view. Most of us think of our islands as living art and wish to
Guest Column: Eagle Forum Insights
By John Evans The Eagle Forum Candidates forum Saturday provided insight to each of the six Council candidates viewpoints. From the San Juan District, It is clear Bob Jarman places high value on protecting the
Letter to the Editor: Hughes Can Change Opinions
Dear Editor, I enjoyed reading Clyde and April Duke's letter of support for Rick Hughes. I would like to add my respect for Rick Hughes' business sense and his ability to answer questions in a
