Proclamation disregards community’s beliefs, values

The Bonners Ferry City Council several months ago stated that “[w]e are an inclusive city that welcomes all people, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity and encourages their participation in city government and city programs.”

Progressives will applaud this proclamation as an overdue measure aligned with their notions of equality and fundamental fairness...