Camera should reflect on responsibility it holds
I was deeply troubled to see your recent front-page headline: “Utah governor says suspect was on the left.”
This is not journalism. It is irresponsible, sensationalist framing that adds nothing to public understanding of the tragedy surrounding Charlie Kirk’s killing. What it does accomplish, however, is fanning the flames of a dangerous “right vs. left” narrative that is tearing our country apart.
A human life was lost. Families and communities are grieving. That should be the story — the human impact, the investigation and what lessons might be learned to prevent future violence. Instead, your headline reduces the event to partisan scorekeeping, as though the political leanings of a killer are somehow more important than the fact of the crime itself.
This is not newsworthy. It is divisive clickbait that encourages further polarization and distrust in both government and media. Our democracy is already strained. We cannot afford to normalize headlines that pit neighbor against neighbor, fueling hostility and fear instead of seeking truth and accountability.
I urge your newsroom to reflect on the responsibility you hold. Report facts. Provide context. But do not let political labels replace real journalism. America deserves better.
Do better!
Ellen De Money, Boulder
Longmont and our region need Jake Marsing
As Mayor of Lafayette, I’ve seen what a difference committed, collaborative leaders can make for our entire region. That’s why I’m proud to support Jake Marsing for Longmont City Council.
Jake is the kind of leader we need more of in local government: young, energized and grounded in community. He’s spent years showing up for Longmont, advocating for affordable housing, early childhood education, and common-sense solutions that center working families. But what sets Jake apart is that he understands something fundamental: Our challenges don’t stop at city lines.
Housing affordability, transit connectivity, climate resilience, economic opportunity are regional issues. And our region needs partners on the Longmont City Council who understand that progress requires collaboration. Jake is one of those partners. He gets that Longmont’s future is tied to the future of places like Lafayette, Louisville, Erie and Boulder. He’s ready to lead with a regional mindset, while always continuing to put Longmont first.
Being a young leader takes guts, vision and real dedication. Jake brings all of that to the table. He’s thoughtful, values-driven and ready to work with anyone to make his city, and our broader community, a better place.
Longmont needs Jake Marsing, and so do the rest of us in Eastern Boulder County.
J.D. Mangat, Lafayette