The Dems routinely outperform us in absentee and early voting. By the time election day rolls around, we’re already facing a deficit of anywhere from 500 to 700 votes that we need to overcome. This has cost us significantly, as we’ve lost important races by anywhere from two to fifty votes over the last few […]
I believe in elections, in voting and in being fair in the process. I believe our representatives should be elected for their abilities and not who endorses them, how they worship or how much money they have. It has saddened and bewildered me to witness a smear campaign against Coroner Jimmy Robers that feels relentless. […]
Following the 2024 legislative primaries, I wrote about dueling endorsements from Idaho Freedom PAC (IFPAC), which is associated with the Idaho Freedom Foundation (IFF), and the Idaho Prosperity Fund (IPF), which is associated with the Idaho Association of Commerce and Industry (IACI). Both organizations maintain legislative scorecards, and I’ve noted in the past that lawmaker […]
Blackfoot resident Ethan Neff is announcing his candidacy for the Idaho State Senate to represent the people of Legislative District 30, Bingham and Butte Counties. Through his work with families, students, and community members, Neff has seen firsthand the importance of strong representation for the conservative principles that have long defined Idaho: individual liberty, responsible […]
I had fun interviewing our mayor candidates! I hope you all enjoy reading these interview summaries! They are in alphabetical order. Brent Arave Brent Arave has lived in the community since 1964 and says his decision to run for mayor comes from a sense of duty rather than desire. He believes the city is headed […]