The Board is Set for the 2026 Primary
160 Republicans have filed to serve in the 69th Idaho Legislature.
Short Term Rental Showdown in the Senate
Two bills aim to balance property rights with living in a community.
Where Does This End?
Leftist escalation will continue until we say enough.
SESSION 2026: The Senate Takes Shape
Mapping the 2026 legislative session with Tim Oren.
SUNDAY ROUNDUP: 2/22/26
Catching up on the week's news.
Taking Emotion Out of the Equation
Politics works best as a dispassionate field.
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