Two years ago, the pandemic led the federal government to provide much-needed funding to address our housing crisis. The investments in rental…
In early October, Australian company Jervois opened America’s only primary cobalt mine in Idaho. The mine will produce about 2,000 metric tons…
Once again, who you love and why is under attack in Idaho. The latest salvo comes courtesy of Sen. Scott Herndon, a right-winger from Sagle (N…
I doubt I’m the only person with an uneasy feeling that maybe things are getting a bit out of hand with all the mass shootings ‘n all. So many…
Do you consider yourself to be a picky eater? Perhaps you have a child that fits this description. I was a kid with a healthy appetite who cou…
“Extremism in the defense of liberty is no vice. And moderation in the pursuit of justice is no virtue.” — Barry Goldwater
"The only thing that you absolutely have to know," said Albert Einstein, "is the location of the library." Today’s library goes far beyond boo…
There is a concerted effort among leadership and members of the Idaho GOP to stifle the voices of women by removing the president of the Idaho…
Let’s talk about my Mom and her obsession with church hymns. She won’t be reading this (as far as I know) so I can honestly say that my dear M…
On the set of "Rust," Alec Baldwin accidentally shot and killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and wounded director Joel Souza. Baldwin was s…
Another failure to perform by the Feds. This time it’s the marshal of the Supreme Court who failed in her duties. Is anyone shocked or surpris…
A recent 2024 GOP Primary Tracker poll of potential Republican primary voters shows Donald Trump trouncing Ron DeSantis by 19 points in a hypo…
The Mountain States Policy Center (MSPC) recently burst upon the political scene in Idaho with 10 policy recommendations for the legislatures …
The Idaho budget process is the envy of many states. When I attend tax and insurance meetings nationwide, I’m frequently asked how our Joint F…
In a recent column I called attention to the fact that the United States did not ratify the United Nations’ agreement called “the Convention o…
That’s quite a shine on President Joe Biden’s spotless Corvette. I wonder who keeps it polished and serviced? Abraham Lincoln shined his own s…
As the new year and a new Congress begin, we have an opportunity to set our nation on a course toward energy independence and future prosperit…
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“While you see a chance, take it.” — Steve Winwood
It’s all about improving outcomes for children. As President of Mountain States Policy Center, I’m proud to announce the launch of “Education …
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The Democratic Party’s power hungry apparatus sat down with their “How to stop Trump” menu looking for a tasty entrée. They were salivating fo…
“While you see a chance, take it.” — Steve Winwood
It’s all about improving outcomes for children. As President of Mountain States Policy Center, I’m proud to announce the launch of “Education …
Imagine if homes across Idaho lost power and heat without warning. That happened recently in North Carolina when criminals attacked a pair of …
