GOP Chair Dorothy Moon is correct, and there are clear parallels in the symbolism of the “Lyceum Address.” In his “Lyceum Address,” Lincoln spoke of his fear that ambition would take over the rule of the people. Lincoln saw this in the Read More
Watching the Idaho state Legislature in session is difficult. And it becomes more difficult each year. But we can’t look away. We need to pay attention. Because the people in charge — and the supermajority we’ve had for decades — continue to Read More
Immigration is in the news again. This time nine states, headed up by Texas, are suing the federal government to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program immediately. This action hangs over the heads of over 600,000 DACA recipients across the Read More
It’s already quite the task to get an initiative or referendum passed in Idaho. First, it requires 6% of signatures of registered voters gathered in 18 of the 35 legislative districts in Idaho. When ordinary citizens running grassroots operations must fulfill these Read More
Growing up in the Presbyterian Church, I remember with clarity a simple sermon on honesty. Our minister emphasized the importance of always telling the truth, and he compared telling lies with squeezing out toothpaste. We cannot take back lies once they leave Read More
If you know me, you know I struggle with the two-party system despite my current position. There is no way for any one party to encompass the nuances of individual opinions fully. Our country has a large and diverse population, so it Read More