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Exterminate the Pest Control Board (and about 200 others)
We need to exterminate the Structural Pest Control Board. Why? Lately we have heard about corruption among board members, regulated pest control companies having too much influence on the board,... […]
Who are they protecting?
The arrests of New Times founders Michael Lacey and Jim Larkin suggest that we ought to fear our government (even though the charges were later dropped). I have been concerned... […]
Legislature’s multi-facet attack on domestic violence
Domestic violence takes lives and ruins families — and the more attention the issue receives, the better. During Domestic Violence Awareness month, I wanted to share some of the steps... […]
‘Capitol Times’ poll doesn’t tell whole story
The significant positive response to the Capitol Times’ recent poll (“Should financial contribution disclosure laws apply to committees formed to help pass or defeat ballot initiatives≠” 10/26/2007) is not only... […]
Thomas, Wilenchik behavior
The recent news regarding Andy Thomas’ office and [Dennis] Wilenchik’s outrageous behavior is distressing, if not surprising. For months now, Wilenchik has been running amok in Superior Court, filing outrageous... […]
‘Liberal’ lawmaker’s views not surprising
In response to Rep. Kyrsten Sinema’s letter to the editor, I am pleased to see that she acknowledged and approved of County Attorney Andrew Thomas’ decisive action in the New... […]
Complaint against Martin ‘not about politics’
I am the citizen who made the complaint regarding Arizona Treasurer Dean Martin that is now being investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. (Arizona Capitol Times, Oct. 12, 2007).This case... […]
Pinal plan jeopardizes rural lifestyle
It’s not just an assault on our Western Heritage, it flies in the face of every Pinal County Comprehensive Plan meeting where the citizens have said that preservation of our... […]
Let’s give new DUI laws a chance
In 2005, 43 percent of the traffic deaths in Arizona were alcohol-related. In 2006, that figure increased to 45 percent. In the same time period, Arizona tied for the largest... […]
Statement ‘false and derogatory’
If you are reading this letter, it is because State Representative David Schapira (D-17) refused my request that he retract and apologize for a false and derogatory statement he made... […]
Politicians are playing with trains
Do the politicians who are diverting billions of dollars from freeway construction into building trains ever consider the consequences of their actions to Valley commuters?Oh sure, they are aware of... […]
Official who denied Zane Grey special hunting permit was a Bayless
I got a big kick out of your Times Past article about Zane Grey. August 10 issueMy grandfather, Robert Lee Bayless, was appointed State Game Warden by Gov. John C.... […]
