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Letter to the editor: If Democrats want to bridge their internal divides, they should listen to MGP

Ezra Klein’s recent interview with U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez gave national listeners a chance to hear what many in Southwest Washington already know: Gluesenkamp Perez is one of the few … more

5/7/25

Letter to the editor: Anger over state taxes doesn’t jive with support for federal cuts

During the recent budget discussions in Olympia, attack ads were ongoing on YouTube to discredit the tough decisions forced on this and every state because of the mess called Project 2025 in … more

5/7/25

Letter to the editor: Swope should stop using his office to push his partisan opinion

Sean Swope’s tenure on the Lewis County Board of Commissioners has been defined more by advancing a right-leaning agenda — through social media, his official role and The Chronicle … more

5/5/25

Letter to the editor: We can protect children and also protect faith

As a Catholic and a Washington resident, I am not just concerned about the recent law that would force priests to break the seal of confession. I am seeing a pattern. One that shows our state … more

5/5/25

Letter to the editor: Introducing a new tax on letters to the editor

Upon reading Mr. Riplinger’s complaints about taxes, taxes, taxes , I found myself almost sympathetic. Almost. However, given the multi-billion dollar hole the former Gov. Jay Inslee left … more

5/5/25

Letter to the editor: Is Major League Baseball running the government?

Cheney Stadium in Tacoma, Alta Vista Stadium in Spokane, Gesa Stadium in Pasco and Funko Field in Everett all get State of Washington money to live up to Major League Baseball standards. Major … more

5/5/25

Letter to the editor: Thoughts on commissioner’s attacks on Democrats

It’s wild to me Commissioner Sean Swope posted again recently attacking the Lewis County Democrats organization on the heels of himself making misleading and inflammatory statements he then … more

5/5/25

Letter to the editor: Prayers for local man who fell from roof

I was so moved by the article about Mason Cole, who fell off a roof and is now recovering from his injuries in the hospital. Twenty-five years ago, I fell off my roof and spent nearly two weeks … more

4/30/25

Letter to the editor: Taxes, taxes and more taxes

Chronologically gifted, fixed income folks approaching octogenarian status like me wonder if we can remain financially solvent and remain in our mortgage free homes. The current state budget … more

4/30/25

Letter to the editor: Appreciation for editorial on pope’s death

Dear Chronicle Editorial Board, Thank you for the lovely, beautifully written, and moving piece on Pope Francis. I have shared it with many friends and family. Robyn Fisher … more

4/30/25

Letter to the editor: To Lewis County Fire District 4 voters in Morton

I want to take this opportunity to thank Lewis County Fire District 4 voters for supporting the recent fire station construction bond. Although a majority (57.2%) of the voters approved the bond, it … more

4/30/25

Letter to the editor: Area veterans invited to get together

This is an open invitation to all military veterans in the area to get together on the fourth Wednesday of every month at Gee-Cee’s Truck Stop Restaurant at 9 a.m. The address is 123 Foster … more

4/30/25

Letter to the editor: Hospital board will chart course forward after election outcome

The Board of Pacific County Hospital District No. 2, Willapa Harbor Hospital, would like to thank the North Pacific County community for voting in the April 22 special election. We are … more

4/30/25

Letter to the editor: We must not become helpless victims of a government

The Silent Majority Foundation is the best organization in Washington state to defend and protect our Constitution and our God-given rights. Their goal is to restore the citizens’ voice … more

4/30/25

Letter to the editor: Canada does not deserve to be insulted and treated like trash

According to numerous public opinion surveys, about 85% of Canadians, an overwhelming majority, do not want their country to join the United States. Yet, the narcissist Donald Trump, who has … more

4/25/25

Letter to the editor: How left-leaning Washington state became unlivable

I was born in Yakima in 1948. At that time, Yakima was a small town, much like Centralia is today. We lived at the end of a dirt road. Our next-door neighbors were an orchard on one side and my … more

4/25/25

Letter to the editor: Feeding our neighbors is a beautiful science and art

I’m writing to express my gratitude to the incredible collection of farmers in the Southwest Washington region I call home. After years of moving from place to place, the one thing that has … more

4/23/25

Letter: Fraternal Order of Police supports bill to enhance public safety funding

The Washington State Fraternal Order of Police strongly supports ESHB 2015, a bill to enhance public safety funding through local governments and state and local criminal justice agencies. This … more

4/18/25

Letter to the editor: MGP should apologize to fellow congresswoman

Rep. Rashida Tlaib, the only Palestinian-American member of Congress, was censured by the U.S. House of Representatives on Nov. 7, 2023, in response to her public statements following the Oct. 7, … more

4/18/25

Letter to the editor: Law should require pastors and clergy to report abuse of children

First of all, a big thank you to the law enforcement officers, public school teachers, counselors and other helpers in the community who work together to keep our children safe. We love that you all … more

4/18/25