Defends Constitution
Brian Kolstad (Feb. 3) takes aim at Asotin County Sheriff Ken Bancroft because the sheriff has taken " the stand that he won't enforce any law he believes violates the U.S. Constitution."
What's this? A blatant and turpitudinous violation of the principle of moral relativism, which holds that if it feels good, do it. Or as is the belief among the ruling elite - the U.S. Constitution is a living document, ergo, it means what they want it to mean.
It's apparent that, if Sheriff Bancroft said what Kolstad alleges, he has:
1. Stated that he will uphold the Constitution.
2. Shown himself to be aware of public sentiment.
3. And put himself squarely in the cross-hairs of the ruling elite.
Kolstad's sarcastic suggestion is to " just get rid of laws."
It's easier than that, Mr. Kolstad. Failing to enforce a law is effectively the same as getting rid of that law. Faster too.
The current occupant and attorney general are not enforcing immigration law, so there may as well be no law. Kolstad may consider this a proper way of conducting an end-run, and Saul Alinsky might agree. Regardless, the politicians are importing voters who will vote for a socialist welfare state.
The executive branch uses non-enforcement when it wishes, and enforces arbitrary edicts when that suits its goals.
One present goal is to revoke the Second Amendment.
Watch out, fellow Americans. Trouble looms!
Bridger Barnett
Clarkston
Nellis did plenty
As news spread about University of Idaho President Duane Nellis' pending departure, the mood was somber. So it took me by surprise to read news reports not celebrating his success.
I must disclose that I worked at KTVB, I served as a spokesperson for the UI in Boise and I am currently a principal at Gallatin Public Affairs, which has had a long-time client relationship with the university.
Yes, President Nellis has served during some difficult times. But he's done something right to be named Texas Tech's sole finalist, a major research institution with 30,000 students.
Nellis was responsible for the success of 70 locations across Idaho that contribute nearly $1 billion annually. In addition:
- The Institute for Bioinformatics and Evolutionary Studies allows researchers to combine their expertise and resources to better understand and predict complex data.
- The Laboratory for Applied Science Research is a support mechanism for private sector research, development and transfer technology.
- The College of Law's third-year program in a metropolitan environment.
- University Distinguished Professor awards for excellence. A stipend during five years is given for research, student support, equipment and professional activities.
- More than 250 partnerships and collaborations were developed that infused private money with public research.
- UI leads a $20 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
- UI has raised $180 million of its $225 million capital campaign.
Nellis is a great leader and I wish him well. Good luck to Dr. Nellis and to the UI as they find his replacement.
Ysabel Bilbao
Boise
