Letters to the Editor

Opinion: On the passage of SB 2002

Opinion: On the passage of SB 2002

Congratulations to the pro-democracy Alaska Legislators in the House and Senate on the passage, finally, of Senate Bill 2002. This is a small but necessary… Continue reading

  • Jul 30, 2019
Opinion: On the passage of SB 2002

Opinion: In support of HB 2001

The world in general is aging but Alaska is on the leading edge of the trend. Seniors are the fastest growing segment of the state… Continue reading

  • Jul 21, 2019

Opinion: New JACC is a great deal for Juneau

A recent letter opposed any city support for the New JACC. Everyone is entitled to his or her opinion; but no one is entitled to… Continue reading

  • Jul 21, 2019

JAR: Keeping animals safe and healthy

I am writing in response to a recent Letter to the Editor making untrue claims about Juneau Animal Rescue’s response to a recent influx of… Continue reading

  • Jul 17, 2019
The Willoughby District, including the Juneau Arts and Culture Center, is seen here on Jan. 4, 2016. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

Opinion: Do we need the New JACC or not?

The building should not even be on the radar.

  • Jul 17, 2019
The Willoughby District, including the Juneau Arts and Culture Center, is seen here on Jan. 4, 2016. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)
Opinion: Start a Juneau Jökulhlaup Classic

Opinion: Start a Juneau Jökulhlaup Classic

Model it after the Nenana Ice Classic.

  • Jul 17, 2019
Opinion: Start a Juneau Jökulhlaup Classic
Hundreds attend a rally in front of the Capitol calling for an override of Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s budget vetoes on the first day of the Second Special Session of the Alaska Legislature in Juneau on Monday, July 8, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Hundreds attend a rally in front of the Capitol calling for an override of Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s budget vetoes on the first day of the Second Special Session of the Alaska Legislature in Juneau on Monday, July 8, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Opinion: Killing cats at shelter due to overcrowding is murder

Opinion: Killing cats at shelter due to overcrowding is murder

I’m appalled at the lack of sensitivity about this subject.

  • Jul 16, 2019
Opinion: Killing cats at shelter due to overcrowding is murder
Opinion: Southeast Alaska being exploited by cruise ships

Opinion: Southeast Alaska being exploited by cruise ships

We need to set a limit on the number and size of ships.

  • Jul 16, 2019
Opinion: Southeast Alaska being exploited by cruise ships
Opinion: Governor is blocking Alaska’s potential

Opinion: Governor is blocking Alaska’s potential

The university has the potential to bring in outside talent and income.

  • Jul 14, 2019
Opinion: Governor is blocking Alaska’s potential
Opinion: Permanent Fund Dividend isn’t state money

Opinion: Permanent Fund Dividend isn’t state money

Let us hope that the Legislature chooses the course of protecting our dividend.

  • Jul 9, 2019
Opinion: Permanent Fund Dividend isn’t state money
Opinion: Put July 3rd fireworks use up for a vote

Opinion: Put July 3rd fireworks use up for a vote

It’s just so bothersome.

  • Jul 9, 2019
Opinion: Put July 3rd fireworks use up for a vote
Hundreds attend a rally in front of the Capitol calling for for an override of Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s budget vetoes on Monday, July 8, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)

Opinion: Veto Dunleavy

Our present governor and is sadly lacking in understanding or compassion of either group.

  • Jul 9, 2019
Hundreds attend a rally in front of the Capitol calling for for an override of Gov. Mike Dunleavy’s budget vetoes on Monday, July 8, 2019. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire)
Opinion: Taking the emotion out of the PFD debate

Opinion: Taking the emotion out of the PFD debate

Look at the facts.

  • Jun 20, 2019
Opinion: Taking the emotion out of the PFD debate
In this June 1, 2019, photo, provided by New Mexico State University professor Neal Rosendorf, migrants are seen through fencing inside a temporary outdoor encampment where they’re waiting to be processed in El Paso, Texas. Rosendorf said it resembled a “human dog pound.” (Neal Rosendorf via AP)

Opinion: End the abuse at Mexico border now

We have a humanitarian crisis on our border with Mexico.

  • Jun 18, 2019
In this June 1, 2019, photo, provided by New Mexico State University professor Neal Rosendorf, migrants are seen through fencing inside a temporary outdoor encampment where they’re waiting to be processed in El Paso, Texas. Rosendorf said it resembled a “human dog pound.” (Neal Rosendorf via AP)
Opinion: Juneau is overwhelmed by tourists

Opinion: Juneau is overwhelmed by tourists

We have so many visitors this year. Too many in my opinion.

  • Jun 18, 2019
Opinion: Juneau is overwhelmed by tourists
Opinion: Pebble mine puts entire state fisheries brand at risk

Opinion: Pebble mine puts entire state fisheries brand at risk

All fish will be painted with the same broad brush — toxic and damaged.

  • Jun 18, 2019
Opinion: Pebble mine puts entire state fisheries brand at risk
Midway through Pride Month 2019, a reminder of how far we have to go

Midway through Pride Month 2019, a reminder of how far we have to go

A reminder of how far we have to go.

  • Jun 14, 2019
Midway through Pride Month 2019, a reminder of how far we have to go
Opinion: Governor, Legislature need to do due diligence on PFD

Opinion: Governor, Legislature need to do due diligence on PFD

The full dividend might not be the best idea.

Opinion: Governor, Legislature need to do due diligence on PFD
In this Sept. 9, 2014 photo, a fishing vessel is dwarfed by the Norwegian Cruise Lines’ Norwegian Jewel and Norwegian Pearl in Juneau’s downtown harbor. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)

Opinion: What’s good for Juneau

Some of you may remember an old sci-fi movie entitled “The Blob.”

  • Jun 9, 2019
In this Sept. 9, 2014 photo, a fishing vessel is dwarfed by the Norwegian Cruise Lines’ Norwegian Jewel and Norwegian Pearl in Juneau’s downtown harbor. (Michael Penn | Juneau Empire File)