Letters to the Editor

LETTER: Measles vaccine

Not violating law In 2015, an outbreak of measles occurred in Clallam County. Due to herculean efforts to track and isolate cases, quarantine contacts and… Continue reading

  • Mar 9, 2025

LETTER: Symphony support

Readers may learn that we are living in the best of times. Or the worst. But I was recently reminded of the power of community,… Continue reading

  • Mar 9, 2025

LETTER: Senior trespassed

Senior trespassed Regarding the article “Trespassing decision upheld after appeal” (PDN, Feb. 22). As I said in July 2024, “I am still reeling and in… Continue reading

  • Mar 9, 2025

LETTER: Library great resource

The Port Angeles Public Library is an amazing community resource. We were fortunate to attend two wonderful events there in the past two weeks. The… Continue reading

  • Mar 8, 2025

LETTER: Not violating law

Thank you for printing the hysterical paid advertisement from the League of Women Voters regarding the Trump administration’s supposed weaponizing of government against Americans. Trump… Continue reading

  • Mar 8, 2025

LETTER: Protests will continue

Yes, we will keep protesting Trump and Elon’s power grab for their personal gain. We will protest the lack of their transparency in their claims… Continue reading

  • Mar 8, 2025

LETTER: Supports LWV

For many years, I’ve followed elections and keenly watched the League of Women Voters of the United States. They are being criticized now for being… Continue reading

  • Mar 8, 2025

LETTER: Feed children

Generally I read differing opinions on social media or in the newspaper without comment. Frankly, I appreciate living in a purple county, where we can… Continue reading

  • Mar 1, 2025

LETTER: Not American

As an American who has served our country, I have never felt prouder as an American when Mr. Trump buzzed the self-delayed Daytona 500 with… Continue reading

  • Mar 1, 2025

LETTER: Not open network

On Feb. 18, Jefferson County PUD #1 commissioners discussed proposed rate increases of more than 1,233 percent. That will make it cost prohibitive for others… Continue reading

  • Mar 1, 2025

LETTER: Port Townsend parking fees

Port Townsend plans to start charging $2 per hour for parking downtown. Violations will cost $65, up from $15. There’s no provision for people who… Continue reading

  • Feb 28, 2025

LETTER: An ego lap

Why in this era of DOGE cuts to the federal workforce to save taxpayers millions of dollars by firing thousands of workers, many of whom… Continue reading

  • Feb 27, 2025

LETTER: Day use only

The recent story regarding the planned development of the Miller Peninsula State Park (Opponents want park to stay day use, PDN, Feb. 17) gives only… Continue reading

  • Feb 27, 2025

LETTER: American values

Seems like Trump can’t make good on his promise to end the war between Russia and Ukraine. He has to save face with lies, suggesting… Continue reading

  • Feb 26, 2025

LETTER: Threat to bureaucracy

Its good to see the Olympic Peninsula residents exercising their right of free speech, protesting the myriad actions of Donald Trump’s. As the duly elected… Continue reading

  • Feb 26, 2025

LETTER: Bad bills

I cannot believe the arrogance of elected officials in Olympia. They feel they are absolutely smarter and know what’s best for our children. Senate Bill… Continue reading

  • Feb 22, 2025

LETTER: Crucial public safety

Law enforcement representatives, organizations and concerned individuals testified against House Bill 1512 before the House Community Safety Committee on Feb. 10. Similar opposition to previous… Continue reading

  • Feb 22, 2025

LETTER: Keep protesting

I was in downtown Port Angeles on Monday and caught a brief glimpse of the protest in front of the courthouse. I understand similar protests… Continue reading

  • Feb 22, 2025

LETTER: School support

Over the past few weeks, I had the privilege of working alongside Citizens for Sequim Schools and community members throughout our district to advocate for… Continue reading

  • Feb 22, 2025

LETTER: Seven years sober

The Good Shepherd rejoices when a lost sheep is found, and so does the community. Today, Jenni Tiderman Rogers is known for her cheerful, magnanimous… Continue reading

  • Feb 22, 2025