Letters - Page 23

To the editor: I would hope. That’s the theme of my letter. Hope. As a Lincoln County deputy district attorney, I write this letter in support of my friend and my commissioner, Claire Hall. I continue to be amazed at her work ethic, her dedication to this community and her availability when a constituent wants to meet with her. She

To the editor: I have known and worked with Claire Hall for as long as she has been a Lincoln County commissioner. Claire has consistently supported honoring the history of our local First Nation People, including in the Yachats area.  She was an early supporter of naming the Amanda Trail and Amanda Creek that depicts the story of the atrocities

To the editor: We want someone to represent us in Salem who has a strong record of getting along with others – someone who will not think it is okay to walk out of the State Capitol to avoid casting a vote when the going gets tough. In the race for Oregon House District 9 that person is Cal Mukumoto. Cal

To the editor: I am voting for Amanda Benjamin for Lincoln County Circuit Court judge and I urge you to join me in voting for her. I have known pro tem Judge Benjamin since she was a deputy district attorney here in Lincoln County. I’ve worked very closely with pro tem Judge Benjamin and saw, firsthand, her vast knowledge of

To the editor: I have continuously practiced law in Lincoln County for over 50 years, engaging in the general practice of law. I have known Marcia Buckley for nearly all of the 27 years she has been practicing law in Lincoln County and have tried cases against her, with her and have trusted her to represent members of my family.

To the editor: As woman now in her 80s, I look at the present and smile. I entered the workforce in the 1950s. Those were much different times to be a woman trying to succeed. I would eventually become the first female executive for Boise Cascade. I remember all the horrible things I had to put up with, the inappropriate

To the editor: Most people are fortunate enough to not have contact with Lincoln County judges. But in November we will all be voting for one of ours. Before casting your vote, I ask that you listen to those whose lives have been directly impacted by the courts. I am a foster parent in Lincoln County. I see first hand

To the editor: As recent events have shown, our climate continues to experience a slow but steady increase in temperature.  It is essential that our  elected representatives in Salem not only acknowledge that, but also have the education and practical knowledge to to work collaboratively with all interest groups for our future. Cal Mukumoto of Coos Bay is the only

To the editor: I have lived in Lincoln County for 35 years and worked in the Lincoln County District Attorney’s office from 1987 through 1999. I was the chief deputy district attorney when Marcia Buckley was hired as a deputy district attorney in 1993, and supervised her for approximately six years. Marcia Buckley is an intelligent, hard working, and skilled

To the editor: In the 15 years I have known Marcia Buckley I have been impressed by her honesty, integrity and willingness to fight for what is right. She has brought to the Lincoln County Circuit Court more than 27 years worth of experience as a trial lawyer. Her reputation speaks for itself and it speaks volumes. As a young,