Commentary

How the Idaho GOP Punishes Those Who Dare Ask Questions

Uncovering the Ada County Republican Central Committee's playbook used against party members who dared to call for transparency

15 hrs ago •

How Idaho's ABLE Bill Won and Who Tried to Stop it

Idaho House Bill 26 enabled those on disability to put more money into their own savings accounts to account for unexpected emergencies.

Mar 6 •

Elected Officials Work for Us—It’s Time They Start Acting Like It

Lawmakers need to answer the public and we need some ground rules to ensure this is done right.

Mar 5 •

Freedom Without Responsibility

What's the difference between a rioter and a political tourist in Idaho?

Mar 5 •

We the People need to exert our power over our elected officials

Guest Editorial by Jim Jones

Mar 4

Risch is right on Russia. Will he set Trump right too?

From the Magic Valley Times-News Editorial Board

Mar 2

Jim and Mike’s Excellent Adventure

Guest Editorial by Douglas Siddoway

Feb 28

Is Your Voice Meaningless in Idaho?

A culture of extremism and authoritarianism culminates in the public humiliation and violent removal of a local Democrat activist for daring to dissent.

Feb 27 •

The captivating GOP cat fight over vicious dark-money-financed campaigns

Guest Editorial by Jim Jones

Feb 26

Understanding How Reactive Abuse Is Weaponized In Idaho Politics

Extremists on either side of the political divide will do whatever it takes to destroy those who stand up for truth

Feb 23 •

Should the government be mandating Bible reading in schools?

From the Magic Valley Times-News Editorial Board

Feb 22

Legislative alert regarding religious school subsidies

Guest Article from The Committee to Protect and Preserve the Idaho Constitution

Feb 22

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