God help America
‘How stupid does this administration think we are?’ By Sylvia HumesReader Contributor OK, what does it take? For a long time I believed that many politicians had no respect for their constituents and, when...
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Public lands make us who we are
Idaho Democrats are fighting to keep them that way By Lauren NecocheaReader Contributor Public lands define Idaho. Whether you’re ranching in Owyhee, hunting near Salmon or hiking with your kids in the Sawtooths, your...
Congress has surrendered to Trump, and Idaho’s delegation is leading the retreat
By Lauren NecocheaReader Contributor Duty to country should come before loyalty to any politician. Members of Congress are elected to protect the people and uphold the Constitution. Idaho’s Republican delegation has abandoned that responsibility....
Don’t blame public lands for the housing crisis
By Sen. Ali Rabe, D-BoiseReader Contributor Lately, some politicians and pundits — including The Wall Street Journal — have floated a quick fix to the housing crisis sweeping much of the country. Their solution...
Trump regime steals school funding while Republican leaders remain silent
By Lauren NecocheaReader Contributor Public schools are one of the few promises we make to every child. No matter your background, income or ZIP code, your kids have a place to learn and prepare...
Republicans just cut lifesaving care — again
By Lauren NecocheaReader Contributor When someone’s health fails or a child is born with a disability, families step up. They cancel plans, quit jobs and do what needs to be done. But even the...
Idaho congressional delegation applauds passage of ‘big, beautiful bill’
By Zach Hagadone Reader Staff The U.S. House passed the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” on a 218-214 vote July 3, which President Donald Trump signed into law on July 4. While Trump proclaimed...
Sandpoint ‘No Kings’ demonstration draws estimated 1,000 protesters
By Zach Hagadone Reader Staff Sandpoint joined more than 2,100 communities that drew an estimated 5 million people to the streets nationwide to demonstrate against President Donald Trump’s administration on June 14 for “No...
GOP politicians are coming for our public lands and Idaho must fight back
By Lauren Necochea Reader Contributor In Idaho, our family traditions start outside. We hunt, fish and explore the wilderness that makes this state home. More than a pastime, public lands power our economy. Outdoor...
Selkirk Loop Board calls for ‘swift resolution’ to U.S.-Canada trade war
By Zach Hagadone Reader Staff As the fallout from President Donald Trump’s tariff policies continues to reverberate in markets around the world, closer to home the International Selkirk Loop Board of Directors issued an...
