Page A11 In between the perennial Spokane stories of police misconduct and potholes, there is occasionally an issue that sharply illustrates the fact that our town is run by real estate developers … 2

Page A11 The ideal politician comes to office to be servant. Remaining steadfast is a rarity. Some seem to have arrived with such monumental egos that being servant becomes second to other … 1

Page A11 The rescue of aid worker Jessica Buchanan by members of SEAL Team Six is an amazing story of tenacity, courage and resolve. From nowhere, members of the elite SEAL team … 2

Page A11 I was appalled at the number of adults who did not have the sense to stand when the color guard passed at the Junior Lilac Parade. They did not set … 3

Page A11 I find The Spokesman-Review’s coverage (May 14) of the six candidates who filed Monday for Spokane City Council puzzling. The two women who filed, Candace Mumm and incumbent Amber Waldref, … 14

Page A11 Today, we have a society geared toward more freebies and a government more than willing to give it to us – at a price. And the price is a larger, … 53

Page A11 Kudos to World Relief for welcoming refugees and to The Spokesman-Review for telling its story. It is important to understand the struggles that such newcomers have when they arrive in … 6

Page A13 Food for thought about the new Indian casino in Airway Heights: The city should barter an equivalent-sized piece of property that the tribe wants to build upon for a similar-size … 20

Page A13 I am writing this in response to Shawn Vestal’s May 11 column on gun control legislation. He is dismayed that legislation has been blocked in part because of the National … 39

Page A13 Once again, the politicos have stomped on the will of the people. Didn’t we, in fact, vote for $30 vehicle license tabs? 23

Page A13 I must comment on the recent protest by pro-lifers. 137

Page A11 Unless the Bureau of Indian Affairs can alter the existing prevailing wind, the approach for the contemplated new heavy aircraft will take it directly over the proposed casino real estate. … 53

Page A11 I am writing this letter in support of the proposed sports complex at Riverstone in Coeur d’Alene. As the head women’s basketball coach at North Idaho College, I can’t emphasize … 8

Page A11 On May 6, a man was shot in West Central. The police response was swift and substantial; streets were barricaded by police cruisers, and officers warned neighborhood residents to stay … 3

Page A7 Rogers High School students, teachers, counselors, staff, parents and everyone else involved in your successes: You all rock! You deserve a standing ovation. 14

Page A7 May I give Wallace Foster (May 4 letter) and other studded tire users some lessons on democracy and studded tires, because the Legislature gave them a kiss on the wrist … 60

Page A7 The Spokane Tribe wants a casino in Airway Heights, and those opposed to it are firing fallacies like there will be no tomorrow. Encroachment, jobs, fiery crashes, political intrigue and … 26

Page B9 On May 5, I participated in Bloomsday with three of my good friends. We had a great time walking, talking and enjoying the beauty of Spokane until we ran into … 76

Page B9 Recent stories in The Spokesman-Review have stressed the danger of building a 14-story hotel and casino tower 1.4 miles from Fairchild Air Force Base. Last month, I flew into Las … 37

Page B9 Reading all the “experts’ ” opinion on the safety of a casino in Airway Heights, keep in mind the Base Realignment and Closure Commission makes the final decision. They don’t … 10

Page B9 I agree with Rebecca Nappi when she talks (May 13) about aging men in groups remaining healthy, happy and living longer. My group meets most weekdays for coffee. I joined … 1

Page B9 I read with interest the recent articles about businesses filing for bankruptcy for failing to allow both genders the same privileges. I have not seen any mention of the greatest … 87

Page B9 On May 12, people all around Spokane celebrated Mother’s Day. I delivered a Mother’s Day card to Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers. She’s not my mom, but speaking from one mom … 11

Page B9 There seems to be serious confusion about the provisions of the Initiative for Clean and Fair Elections. Let us be clear: The proposal would not prevent conversations between elected officials … 9

Page B9 Enough Benghazi, IRS targeting and news about bombing suspects. Let’s talk issues relevant to the welfare of American citizens. IRS flagging the “right” isn’t worthy news. Real news publicizes the … 24

Page B9 I attended the theater at Eastern Washington University last night because my daughter was required to view the play, “Bat Boy: The Musical,” for her drama class. Although many of … 14

Page B9 Even though President Barack Obama recently said the U.S. is selling more exports to South Korea, it’s just not true. U.S. goods exports to Korea dropped, and the trade gap … 2

Page B9 I think the world has reached its tipping point in population and pollution. The increasing unemployment among the young bespeaks a world where there is no room for the upcoming … 18

Page B5 According to a recent article on CNBC entitled “Corporations find a friend in the Supreme Court,” the U.S. Supreme Court under Chief Justice John Roberts has allowed business to spend … 23

Page B5 I would like to thank a few of our city leaders for helping to restore the public’s faith in our law enforcement system. 16