MY TURN: 'Shut up?' No, step up and lead
Mike Baker
I attended an amazing, uplifting and inspiring event hosted by the Cd'A Regional Chamber, where 115 students received scholarships thanks to the generosity of our local business leaders.
The Coeur d'Alene Tribe set a remarkable example by matching the funds raised and committing to further support our youth. This epitomizes true leadership and represents the bright future of our community. This is who we are, and this is our future, but we must protect it.
Leaving this event filled with hope and camaraderie, I was disturbed to read the op-ed column titled "Shut Up!" by the chairman of the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee. The contrast in leadership styles could not have been more stark: While one scenario highlighted unity and forward-thinking generosity, the other was mired in division, hate and negativity.
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