The Treasure Valley woke this morning to about six inches of snow, which to our mountain friends is a light dusting, but to the metro area it’s a big deal. Schools were canceled and I decided to watch this morning’s committee hearings remotely.
Rep. Jaron Crane introduced his new library bill this morning in House State Affairs following a press release he issued to local media. I posted the statement over at the Chronicle along with an update on the bill, which was assigned the number H384.
I had the opportunity to join Matt Edwards on Idaho Signal once again, this time to discuss the outsized influence of the business community on Idaho politics. Check out both segments below:
I recently debuted the Session Spotlight here at Gem State Chronicle, and it looks like another group is doing something similar. Think Liberty PAC, a new organization, is promoting the 2024 Bill Tracker, which looks like it will be an easy and customizable way to follow legislation in the 2024 session. Check it out!
Finally, one of my favorite thinkers Auron MacIntyre and guest J. Burden had a great discussion about the death of heroism in our culture. Drawing from the writings of C.S. Lewis, the two looked at how the pursuit of equity in our society has denigrated the idea of heroism, elevating victimhood instead. It‘s well worth your time:
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About Brian Almon
Brian Almon is the Editor of the Gem State Chronicle. He also serves as Chairman of the District 14 Republican Party and is a trustee of the Eagle Public Library Board. He lives with his wife and five children in Eagle.
