Less Regulation, But More Spending?
Last week, Idaho Twitter was aflutter over Elon Musk noticing our state’s success in cutting government regulations over...
The 2024 Statesman and Stateswoman of the Year
Last year I started a new tradition: the Gem State Chronicle Statesman and Stateswoman of the Year. This...
Introducing the Gem State Report
This afternoon, I was joined by former State Senator Steven Thayn and Senator Tammy Nichols for the inaugural...
The New Legislature
The board is set, the pieces are moving. Last night, the Republican House and Senate caucuses met to...
Leadership Matters
Tonight, the Republican caucuses in the House and Senate will select their leaders for the 68th Legislative Session....
How to Stop the Spending
In just a few short weeks, the newly-formed Idaho Legislature will convene for the 2025 session. Many potential...
Who Are We?
This week, while Americans were giving thanks for our blessings, the British Parliament legalized assisted suicide. Poetic, considering...
Thanksgiving 2024
The late 18th century was a time that tried men’s souls. The people of the nascent United States...
Your 2025 Legislative Priorities
Last week, I asked readers to share their most important priorities for the upcoming legislative session. Thank you...
No More DEI
The 2025 legislative session should prove to be the most conservative in Idaho’s history. One consequence of this...
