It’s Going to Be Okay
No matter what you might have heard, it's not the end of the world.
Three Vacancies, Three Processes
From legislative vacancies to judicial picks, both the governor and the system deserve scrutiny.
Is it Time for the Grocery Tax to Go?
A new initiative for the 2026 ballot would eliminate sales taxes on food.
How to Solve the Spending Problem
Idaho’s budget has grown nearly 55% since 2020. The status quo can’t continue forever.
The Ongoing Mission of the Gem State Chronicle
Why I started this platform, the principles that guide me, and my vision for equipping Idaho citizens to think clearly, act boldly, and defend what we hold dear.
First Meeting of the DOGE Committee
Reforming government is more than just cutting spending. Let's see what this new task force can do before calling it a failure.
Tune Out the Ragebait
Modern political advocacy often runs on rage rather than results, but you have the power to tune it out and refocus on what really matters.
The Paradox of the Citizen Legislature
How can we support effective champions of liberty without growing government in the process?
Battle of the Budgets
I attended Ada County’s budget presentation to see how our local government is managing taxpayer dollars.
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