Supporting Idaho families and Idaho values
Thomas Jefferson argued that the American experiment would succeed only if the American Experiment to succeed. While I disagree with some of Jefferson’s ideas, I do like that he championed public education. He also believed that our system would do better with Read More
The first Star Wars movie appeared on America’s screens back in 1977 when most Baby Boomers were in their 20s or late teens. At the time, I felt Darth Vader’s character was especially effective in portraying human evil as the Galactic Empire Read More
The institutions of America are the foundation of our republic. Traditions will not hold up America and offer nothing toward progress. Ideology has shifted away from principles and now focuses on proving who is right. The results of an election are not Read More
The real challenge of preserving the Republic is participation. Thomas Jefferson once offered the sentiment that an educated and engaged citizenry is required for a functional democracy. A representative republic falls under the umbrella of a democracy. And that’s the rub. If Read More
A colleague sent a text at 3:30 this morning: “Trump wins!!” Family members rejoice at the Republican victory. Three-quarters of Idaho citizens voted for a vision of the world antithetical to hope, justice, and the rule of law. The people have spoken. Read More
One of the candidates is running a campaign focused on representing a minority, leading through fear and spreading lies and hate. The other is focused on sharing who they are, supporting all Americans, and creating impactful policy. In an attempt to compare Read More