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Honoring those behind Idaho's historic election
The Nov. 5 general election was a historic milestone for Idaho. With over 900,000 ballots cast, we achieved the hi…
Open primaries gives people a choice
Since its August launch, the Idahoans for Open Primaries ballot initiative has had unprecedented voter support. The measure is designed to 1) increase freedom of choice and 2) elect responsive officials.
Facts matter on Reclaim Idaho
Facts matter. That is why I’m responding to Michael Perez’s recent letter in the Herald.
Open primaries make sense for Idaho
Imagine going to an Idaho primary election where, regardless of your political viewpoint, any registered voter could vote for any candidate on the ballot. Republican, Democrat, independent, or Libertarian — all on …
The untruths of the climate crisis
The climate crisis fanatics are not people who want to encourage us or give us hope. Instead, they want to discourage us and demand that we become subservient to a communist one-world government, a nanny-state that…
Initiative would not be good for Idaho
Contrary to the assertions of some recently published articles, Reclaim Idaho is not non-partisan. The vast majority of funding comes from out-of-state Democratic Party interests.
Honoring Idaho's Medal of Honor recipients
Highways are an essential part of our country’s infrastructure. They are a key to our productivity and opportunity. They enable the transport of an incredible …
Remembering September 11, 2001
Saturday, Sept. 8, 2001: Bill and I went to the airport to pick up his son, Billy, and wife, Margie. They had flown in for a visit from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Margie was worried about flying because she was afraid…
Sign initiative petition at farmers market
Come to Bonners Ferry Farmers Market at the city parking lot the next two Saturdays — Sept. 9 and Sept. 16, 9:30-11:30 a.m. for information about the Open Primary initiative — or to sign the petition carried by vol…
Initiative would give decisions back to voters
The Idahoans for Open Primaries initiative is finally out in the community for signatures, thanks to our Supreme Court taking a strong stand for clear and accurate language. I have to say, I’m excited.
All political power inherent in the people
In his letter of August 24, Michael Perez makes some serious allegations regarding Reclaim Idaho.
Biden has accomplished a lot in office
I would like to present a brief response to a letter by Dave Mundell, who thinks another Biden term is unthinkable.
Support policies that enhance environment, economy
Idaho is fortunate to be home to some of our nation’s most unique landscapes and vast natural resources. I am dedicated to protecting our environment in a mann…
Reclaim Idaho is not non-partisan
Contrary to the assertions of some recently published letters, Reclaim Idaho is not is not non-partisan.
Supporting Idaho's men and women in uniform
Congress created the precursor for what became the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) when it passed the National Security Act of 1947 and later amended it in 1949.
Initiative drive is good news for voters
Friday, August 18, Luke Mayville, head of non-partisan Reclaim Idaho, will be in Bonners Ferry to kick off the initiative petition drive to give all Idaho voters freedom to vote in one open primary which combines a…