Letters: Will Boebert go from not serving District 3 to not serving District 4?

Will Boebert go from not serving District 3 to not serving District 4?

Re: “Boebert harnesses new district’s GOP advantage,” Oct. 13 news story

Many thanks for Nick Coltrain’s article. Perhaps your 4th Congressional District readers would be interested in a perspective from District 3, which Rep. Lauren Boebert currently “represents.”

I live in Durango. I am not affiliated with a party. We are not fond of Boebert here. She was never interested in anything but showing off and advancing her own interests, and that’s just the tip of the criticism iceberg. But since she ran off to the plains, our district has essentially been unrepresented in Congress. She went from doing almost nothing to doing absolutely nothing to address the real issues out here. And the lies! It will be so disappointing if the good people of District 4 can’t see through her and instead elect her to replace the honorable and decent Congressman Ken Buck. Talk about trading a diamond for a clod of dirt!

Dear people of District 4: Take it from your fellow Coloradans in District 3. Vote for Trisha Calvarese!

Kristina Woods, Durango

Vote to improve Adams 12 Five Star Schools

I urge my fellow community members to vote yes on ballot issues 5D and 5E to ensure Adams 12 Five Star Schools receive the critical investments needed to provide a world-class education in safe and modern learning environments.

As a former educator and parent to a kindergartener, I understand how vital the role of high-quality educators can be for a child’s development. I have also seen first-hand how students thrive in classrooms where they are engaged and learning real-world skills. The Mill Levy Override (5D) will generate $34.5 million annually to recruit and retain high-quality educators, offer more classes like computer science at the elementary level, and prepare students for emerging industries with hands-on courses at the secondary level.

School safety is also a top concern for my family in deciding where to send our daughter to school. The bond measure (5E) allows the district to invest $830 million in much-needed repairs, safety upgrades, and modern facilities–without raising taxes. This is a smart investment in both our children and our community’s future.

Together, these measures are essential for maintaining vibrant schools that prepare our students for success in today’s competitive world. Strong schools mean a stronger community. Let’s vote yes on 5D and 5E this November.

Elizabeth Unger, Northglenn

Vote for inclusivity; vote yes on Amendment J

In less than a week until election day, we have a crucial opportunity to remove Colorado’s outdated same-sex marriage ban from our state constitution by voting for Amendment J.

As a member of an affected community and someone who lobbied for this amendment, I can personally attest to its importance. The amendment not only aligns with federal law but also reinforces Colorado’s commitment to inclusivity, equality, and protection for all.

Passing Amendment J isn’t just symbolic. It strengthens our state’s proactive stance on civil rights, ensuring that any potential shifts in federal policy do not undermine marriage equality in Colorado. Its repeal would affirm that Colorado is a state of acceptance, where our laws reflect modern values and respect for all citizens.

Let’s come together to vote “yes” on Amendment J, demonstrating that Colorado remains a state of compassion, dignity, and progress.

Davon Williams, Englewood

Where is the “sense of decency?”

I am an older American whose long-term memory is better than his short-term memory. I remember the echoes and resonances of Sen. Joe McCarthy. Stoking the fire of fear with untruths, he animated many Americans in the early 1950s. We hear those echoes and resonances in many of today’s politicians.

To those politicians, I quote attorney Joseph Welch’s response to McCarthy, “Have you no sense of decency?” Unfortunately, the answer appears to be “no.”

Alan Cohen, Denver

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