If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Unfortunately, with the state Legislature in session, we’re already seeing some of our so-called representatives creating new problems while ignoring actual issues. First up? Paying for Medicaid expansion. After our Legislature provided a masterclass in Read More
Oh, hey. Welcome to a new year. And, of course, a new legislative session, starting on Monday. This is a good time for us, as citizens, to pay attention to what’s going on with our state legislators — and make sure we’re Read More
We pride ourselves, as Idahoans, on having a citizen Legislature and in having many elected municipal offices that are considered part-time. And, indeed, it is a great thing that there are various chances to serve our republic at the local and state Read More
Watching citizens get involved in policy is one of my greatest sources of inspiration. I’ve met Amy Pratt, who was featured in the Post Register for her amazing work with Medicaid Expansion — as well as her subsequent illness due to a Read More
Everyone likes to point to a roaring stock market as a sign of a great economy. It’s one of the easiest measures to look at and say, “See, these companies are doing great.” Unfortunately, when it comes to the economy for everyday Read More
The holidays mean something different for each of us. For some, a time of great joy, for others, a time to get through and for those facing hunger and homelessness, a time of unmistakable contrast — those with so much and those Read More