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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…
An open letter on marriage and sexuality
God immutably creates each person as male or female. These two distinct, complementary sexes together reflect the image of God. Rejecting one’s biological sex repudiates the Creator’s sovereignty. (Genesis 1:26-27.)
An open letter to the Pearl Theater
I write[1] asking you to cancel the ‘Gay Pride’ event at the Pearl Theater. The Pearl’s objective as a nonprofit “is to foster and develop the artistic talents and skills of community members of all ages, to serve…
The tangled web that is woven
In his June 5, 2024, op-ed, former Attorney General and State Supreme Court Justice Jim Jones opines on the alleged failure of Attorney General Raul Labrador in adhering to the Idaho Rules of Professional Conduct f…
Life is not black or white, it is a rainbow
Currently, many states have laws that protect LGBTQ, but many including Idaho, do not. Since 2010, “Add the Words” advocates in Idaho have been unsuccessful to add the four words “sexual orientation” and “gender id…
Coach Alan teaches positivity, real-life lessons
I'd like to report an incident I witnessed after the recent Little League baseball team. I wasn't trying to eavesdrop; I was just sitting there minding my own business when I overheard two of the players on the …
IRS must act quickly to help resolve identity theft cases
The Internal Revenue Service has been flush with funds since the Biden Administration enacted an incredible $80 billion in addition to the agency’s $12.3 billi…
2024 legislative session saw many successes
District 1 legislators discuss local issues, legislation, and concerns in the weekly Notes From Boise column.
Thank you, Idaho peace officers for everything you do
Idaho law enforcement continue to play an important role in ensuring that law and order enables our liberties. For more than 60 years, our country and communi…
No room for differences on Memorial Day
The last Monday in May has been established by Congress as Memorial Day, the day to remember, honor and mourn the Americans who have died in the country’s wars…
Herndon doesn't care about our natural resources
Senator Herndon’s 2024 votes against Idaho agriculture and water are misaligned with District 1 constituents; not “Saving Idaho” as he promotes.
'He ain't from around here' doesn't factor in
Cops are the same wherever you go. I was a cop for 33 years. I trained extensively with cops from all over the world, including military special ops folks. Never in all of those years did, “you ain’t from around he…
The brave don't follow in fear; they lead
"It’s morning again in America.” Forty years ago, Americans heard those words in a Ronald Reagan presidential campaign ad.
Mark Sauter is the best choice for job
We recently received a political flyer bashing District 1A Representative Mark Sauter. Ironically it is from Jane Sauter (no relationship to Mark) She is running for Mark’s position.
Trio don't represent Idaho values
The National Education Association is the largest labor union and one of the largest activist groups in the U.S.
Herndon dedicated to protecting women and girls
I value the lives and health of women and especially those of the disfavored minority, unborn girls who will become the next generation of women. Therefore, I’m voting for Scott Herndon, because he has always acted…