Who Decides What’s Healthy?
As I’ve listened to discussion and debate over whether or not Idaho should tax groceries, one idea has...
Press Release: Bill Gardiner to lead Idaho State Police as new colonel
Boise, Idaho – Governor Brad Little announced today he appointed Bill Gardiner to lead the Idaho State Police...
Daily Minute 8/7/24: The Grocery Tax
About Brian AlmonBrian Almon is the Editor of the Gem State Chronicle. He also serves as Chairman of...
The Grocery Tax Debate
On Monday I laid out the arguments for and against eliminating Idaho’s tax on groceries. I invited feedback,...
Letters to the Editor: 8/7/24
Several readers responded to Monday’s article about the grocery tax with their own takes. See also longer editorials...
Point/Counterpoint: Sales Taxes Are Fair Taxes
This editorial against eliminating the sales tax on groceries was submitted by Carlos Vidales, a Republican precinct committeeman...
Point/Counterpoint: Idaho’s Grocery Tax Must Go
This editorial in favor of eliminating the sales tax on groceries was submitted by Bryan Smith, the national...
Are You a Platform Republican?
In Idaho, we talk a lot about the Republican Platform. We use it as a litmus test to...
Gov. Little expands paid parental leave benefits to foster families
Boise, Idaho – State employees who become foster parents will now enjoy a new benefit – eight weeks...
The Grocery Tax: White Whale or Red Herring?
Eliminating the sales tax on groceries has long been a goal of Idaho conservatives. Our state currently has...
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