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Utah debacle shows grocery tax’s unpopularity
Utah legislators recently learned an important lesson: People don’t like tax hikes on their milk, cheese, bacon and butter. Idaho lawmakers should learn from Utah’s experience. I fear they won’t. Allow me…
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Local Republicans best in state
One of the important purposes of the State Republican Winter Meeting held in Boise this month was to recognize those from throughout the state who are outstanding in their public service. Nominations…
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A 2020 resolution: more liberty-oriented partisanship
As I look to 2020, I can see a great 12 months that could further cement Idaho’s status as the freest, most liberty-loving state in the union. To arrive there, though, we…
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Idaho Officials At All Levels Must Work To Reduce Property Taxes
Idahoans are crying for help, and it’s imperative that all government officials — from lawmakers in the Statehouse to the mosquito abatement district administrator — look for solutions to ease property tax…
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Conservatives Want To Increase Access To College For All
Since state Rep. Barb Ehardt, R-Idaho Falls, first criticized Boise State University’s spending on radical social justice programs, the left has tried to paint conservatives as knuckle-dragging Neanderthals, sexists, and racists. Misguided…
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Don’t Trust Government to Teach Your Kids
Test results are out and, again, things aren’t wonderful in Idaho schools. In fact, recent data points are downright concerning to those paying attention. Recently, the state released results from last school…
