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We need more public servants like Dan Chadwick
When I learned of Dan Chadwick’s handling of a truancy case in Payette County, not long after I took office as Att…
Mark Sauter is your voice in Boise
I am backing Mark Sauter for House Seat IA. I’ve known Mark since 2012. Mark is a retired fire chief. He has also worked as a paramedic. He was even tapped by his city council to be a “stand-in” city manager for a …
Johnson will replace contention with respect
I am pleased to have the opportunity to cast my vote for Steve Johnson for Bonner County commissioner, District 1. Steve is a lifelong resident of Bonner County and an active member of our community. As an educator…
Nov. 5 offers mental health check for America
According to a recent Forbes study, “34% of Americans report feeling stress is completely overwhelming for them on most days.”
Vote Republican for common sense government
The last three-and-a-half years under the Biden/Harris administration, I can't think of any specific thing that they have done that has been for the benefit of the American people. The cost of living has skyrockete…
Prop 1 vote is a very important one
Prop 1 is on the ballot and according to its supporters — there are many — it will save democracy. Forgive me for being blunt, but this effort to undermine the one vote one person tradition of our republic is akin …
Don't be fooled by partisan 'informational' meetings
Do not be fooled. Highly partisan Proposition 1 “informational” meetings are coming to North Idaho. One meeting is even scheduled in the Bonner County Administration Building, home of the Elections Office. These me…
Larson: A candidate for the people
Some candidates run for government office because they feel called to improve the life of the citizens they serve. Such is the case with Kathryn Larson who “never thought she would be involved in politics.”
Prop 1 ensures a government by, for the people
The Open Primary Initiative will be on our ballot in the November election.
Prop 1 allows for independent thinking
Idaho primaries are going to change and, for once, we have a say in it.
Those who scream loudest have the most to hide
In light of little Donny Trump’s claim that Haitians are eating pets in Ohio, one has to wonder, what did Scott Herndon do after he shot and killed his neighbor's dog? We know Herndon killed his neighbor’s dog beca…
Vote for candidates by choice, not party politics
With no hidden agendas, Prop 1 presents a simple, fair system respectful of all Idahoans casting votes.
Climate change, abortion and fanatics' views
One proof that the climate crisis fanatics are wrong lies in the fact that they are unable to distinguish between a “climate denier” and a “climate crisis” denier. Their limited number of active brain cells just wi…
The facts and impacts of global warming
(Science) can be trusted as a reliable source because it has an excellent track record of providing accurate information. Science is the best system for promoting invention and discovery ever devised. It is respons…
Isn't it time we all have a voice?
Isn’t it about time Idahoans have a more equitable, more transparent way to vote?
Why should you vote yes on Prop 1? Here's why
On March 24, 2020, Gov. Brad Little signed a trigger law which went into effect in June 2022. when the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade that ensured a woman’s right to choose to have an abortion. The law banned…