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Opinion: America 250: A republic, if we can keep it
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Opinion: America 250: A republic, if we can keep it

  • SAM CARDWELL | Guest Columnist
  • Updated Jul 6, 2026

As we reflect on the 250th anniversary of our country’s founding, a look back at the debates and wisdom of our founders is instructive for our…

Opinion: Wage growth and purchasing power: Which states lead the way?
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Opinion: Wage growth and purchasing power: Which states lead the way?

  • SAM CARDWELL | Guest Columnist
  • Updated Aug 7, 2026

Newly released data shows that two out of the top three states for average hourly wage growth in the nation are in our region. This is good ne…

Opinion: Improving voter engagement on tax increase ballot measures
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Opinion: Improving voter engagement on tax increase ballot measures

  • SAM CARDWELL | Guest Columnist
  • Updated Jun 29, 2026

No matter where you live, tax increases have a significant impact on citizens and businesses. State and federal tax increases are often easier…

Opinion: State policies matter for taxpayers and the business climate
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Opinion: State policies matter for taxpayers and the business climate

  • JASON MERCIER Guest columnist
  • Updated Jun 1, 2026

I start each workday by reviewing the latest economic and government reports for Idaho, Montana, Washington, and Wyoming. It doesn’t take long…

Opinion: The American experiment: Separation of powers
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Opinion: The American experiment: Separation of powers

  • Sam Cardwell | Guest Columnist
  • Updated May 28, 2026

As America prepares for its 250th birthday, it’s important to remember why we celebrate. The United States has a remarkable history of perseve…

Opinion: The Northwest could power America’s AI revolution — if we go nuclear
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Opinion: The Northwest could power America’s AI revolution — if we go nuclear

  • Sam Cardwell | Guest Columnist
  • Mar 14, 2026

Keeping the lights on in America is already a challenge with an aging energy infrastructure, and advancements in technology like Artificial In…

Opinion: US Supreme Court upholds the exclusive taxing power of Congress
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Opinion: US Supreme Court upholds the exclusive taxing power of Congress

  • JASON MERCIER Guest columnist
  • Updated Feb 27, 2026

In a historic 6-3 decision today (February 20), the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the tariff tax increases unilaterally imposed by the executi…

Opinion: Are there too many legislative bills?
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Opinion: Are there too many legislative bills?

  • JASON MERCIER Guest columnist
  • Updated Feb 13, 2026

One of the perennial questions that gets asked each legislative session is “How many bills are enough?” Too often, monitoring legislative bill…

Opinion: A technical tax choice with a billion-dollar impact for Idaho
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Opinion: A technical tax choice with a billion-dollar impact for Idaho

  • REP. BEN FUHRIMAN
  • Updated Jan 9, 2026

The legislative session starts next week, and while hundreds of bills will be introduced, one issue is likely to sit at the center of our budg…

Opinion: Idaho’s “C.O.W.” problem is great for economic growth
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Opinion: Idaho’s “C.O.W.” problem is great for economic growth

  • JASON MERCIER Guest columnist
  • Updated Dec 27, 2025

Idaho Governor Brad Little is known for being a rancher. He was raised on his family’s sheep and cattle ranching operation and worked in the r…

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