In case you missed the last West Bonner County School Board meeting, it was an excellent example of what happens when the light of truth shines too brightly. We, the people, spoke and voted down the levy, but some could not accept it. Pointing fingers and screaming idiocies, they reviled and said all manner of evil, falsely.

As it is said in the Bible, God’s holy word:

"Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

"Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and persecute you, and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake.

"Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you."

Our school board sat quietly and honorably. They had allowed people to vote on the levy, but confidence in our schools is rightly lacking. It didn’t turn out the way some wanted and they didn’t want to accept it. They looked for someone to blame. Like spoiled children that are denied their lollipops, they stomped and cried out. Their true selves were demonstrated. You were lucky if you missed this show.

MAUREEN PATERSON

Priest River