Page A9 When it comes to all the wrangling over federal student loan rates, both the Democrats and the GOP have got it all wrong. The debate seems to be revolving around … 11

Page A9 I look at all the wonderful projects that have happened in Coeur d’Alene over the last few years (Kroc Center, library, Education Corridor and Cherry Hill) and consider how very … 1

Page A9 President Barack Obama has finally announced his support for elevating gay relationships to co-equal status with traditional marriage. But among those who follow politics, few actually believed the president’s previous … 13

Page A7 I read with regret the May 6 letter from the Oxford House member who complained bitterly of the lack of police investigation and prosecution of thievery and embezzlement. These victims …

Page A7 Shawn Vestal authored a May 2 attack piece on the American Legislative Exchange Council’s report, “Rich States, Poor States.” It is clear he misunderstood the report and our state ranking … 8

Page B9 The death toll is higher than ever in the streets of Mexico as a result of rival drug cartels. Citizens were in fear after 49 bodies were found lining the … 1

Page B9 OK, now we have a new enforcer on the streets issuing tickets for noise. What total nonsense. OK, since there are these sensitive citizens who cannot enjoy music, I declare … 6

Page B9 I read an article about the downtown Spokane buskers and wondered why store owners were getting so riled up over the fact that some people make a living by making … 4

Page B9 The Junior Lilac Parade, 61 years young, is filled with the youth of our area. Did you see it advertised? Youth come from Colville Junior High, Chewelah, Logan Elementary, Camp …

Page B9 I am a returning fifth-year lifeguard at a city of Spokane water park. With pool openings just around the corner, I would like to discuss something dear to myself and …

Page B9 I don’t think Tom Horne (“Wind projects expensive,” May 12) is looking at the bigger picture when it comes to wind power. To be built in the first place, they … 15

Page B9 The May 14 Spokesman-Review was a great edition, in particular the articles about Nobel winner Archbishop Tutu, Columbia University janitor/student Gac Filipaj (Montenegro refugee) and the article about the Angel …

Page B9 For too long we have let big business rule our lives, and transporting dirty coal through our state to sell in places like China is just another one of those … 4

Page B9 A word about the National Defense Authorization Act: In middle school, I was taught that there are three equal branches of federal government. I wonder if the Education Department will … 2

Page B9 In her May 15 letter, Danielle Huffman proposed that the age of 16 is too young to drive, and that teens should not begin driving until 18 or 19. She … 1

Page B9 On May 10, it was announced in The Spokesman-Review that President Barack Obama had decided to endorse gay marriage. Many people may say that it is against the Bible to …

Page B5 Hey, Spokesman-Review, just pointing out that Funky Winkerbean in the comics section is now depicting a same-sex couple wanting to go to the high school prom together.

Page B5 Kudos for your advocacy of smart justice policies as the most sensible reaction to our county’s fiscal predicament. We in the Smart Justice/No New Jail Coalition further assert that smart … 4

Page B5 It was lovely to read about Jonathan Hicks in the May 4 paper (“Degree of difficulty”). It is unfortunate that such a talented student was unable to continue with his … 1

Page B5 I am looking forward, not backward. I am looking forward to five more acres of park land. I am looking forward to covered downtown parking. I am looking forward to … 5

Page B5 This is for “Facebook CEO turns 28.” I wonder why America cannot create enough jobs when this man is rolling in the dough at just 28. He was able to … 2

Page B5 For several years it has been my privilege to serve as a substitute teacher in the Deer Park Public Schools. Recently, while teaching in the beautiful Deer Park High School, …

Page B5 C’mon, Spokane, where’s your patriotism? At the Junior Lilac Parade, men didn’t remove their hats, and older citizens, parents and their children, teens, and young adults all did not bother … 3

Page B5 I just read the May 10 comments by Maryann Wignes (“Scrutinize Social Security”). She is so right as to the eroding of our Social Security benefits. 4

Page B5 David Bray (May 4) wants people to stop building near airports, next to or in flight paths. I would agree, but I have lived in the flight path of Spokane … 2

Page B5 The city of Spokane is experiencing an increase in the number of home invasions, especially since the decline in the economy in the past four years. Police report they no …

Page B5 The news reports across the country tell of the current GOP proposals to make further cuts to programs providing food assistance to families and programs for children and senior citizens … 3

Page B5 I watched Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers’ live interview on CNN with John King. She claimed that Republicans like her support “equal pay for equal work” for women and men doing … 2

Page A15 The American people are being buried, dug up and buried again by big political parties, super political action committees, big lobbyists and big government. We are being strangled by thousands … 1

Page A15 Military good; community-based self-help projects bad. That was the message our family received recently from Spokane Public Schools. 2