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John Livingston

Abraham Lincoln Loved God

I just finished a book of Abraham Lincoln’s speeches. So much has been written about Mr. Lincoln and much of the opining has been done with very little understanding of the man and his times. I once listened to a talking head on a morning TV show state that Lincoln really wasn’t an abolitionist! I […]

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John Livingston

Thanks Be to God

As my wife Lynn and I come to the end of our 5th Idaho Montana tour we are sitting on Buffalo Creek in Island Park. We have followed the trail of Lewis and Clark Eastward through the Lolo Pass and then North along the Bitterroot River to the Clark’s Fork and then East and North […]

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The High Cost of Mass Transportation

Valley Regional Transit (VRT) is a “regional public transportation authority, responsible for the management of public bus transit” in the Treasure Valley area that includes fixed, intercounty, and on demand bus routes. Fares include a one way ride for $1.50, $2.50 for an all-day pass, and up to $282 for one year. Elaine Clegg was […]

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Attorney General Raul Labrador: Working to Protect our Constitutional Rights

PRESS RELEASE: Labrador Leads 23 States Fighting for American’s 2nd Amendment Rights Boise, ID – Attorney General Raúl Labrador has filed an amicus brief leading 23 states in Barnett v. Raoul challenging Illinois’s unconstitutional semiautomatic weapons ban. On January 10, 2023, Illinois enacted HB 5471, the “Protect Illinois Communities Act.” HB 5471 bans nearly every modern […]

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AG’s New Culture and Realigned Focus Score Big Wins for Idaho

The primary job of the Idaho Attorney General is to serve as the chief legal officer of the state and to represent the state’s legal interests. Some of the other key responsibilities of the office include defending state laws in court, prosecuting criminals, protecting consumers, and providing legal advice and guidance to state officials. Additionally, […]

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Bob's Words

U of I Purchases University of Phoenix: Good Deal or Bad Deal?

What’s the Rush: Why is there such a hurry by the State Board of Education and the U of I to purchase this for-profit university with a very checkered history? In the past, we have found that when secretive transactions such as this one take place it is not always in the best interest of […]

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Kari Lake Joins the Idaho GOP for an Exciting Event, Fueling Grassroots Enthusiasm

Idahoans are buzzing with excitement as renowned journalist and Republican political figure, Kari Lake, prepares to join the Idaho Republican Party at a highly anticipated event in Meridian on Friday, July 28. With a distinguished background in journalism and a passion for grassroots involvement, Lake’s appearance serves as a catalyst for energizing local grassroots Republicans. […]

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The BLM & Bunkerville

The Bunkerville incident occurred in 2014 where citizens gathered to support Cliven Bundy and his stand against the removal of his cattle by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). It ended up with BLM law enforcement agents pointing guns at those citizens and some of those citizens pointing guns back. Luckily, it was the county […]

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PRESS RELEASE: Congressman Fulcher’s Statement on National Defense Authorization Act

Contact:Matthew Keenan202-225-6611matthew.keenan@mail.house.gov WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congressman Fulcher made the following statement concerning the passage of the House version of the National Defense Authorization Act: “The National Defense Authorization Act holds the Pentagon accountable, cuts wasteful spending, modernizes weapons to defend our nation, and counters China, Russia, and other threats. This bill also restores honor to […]

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Judicial Appointments Matter

This will be one of the most memorable 4ths of July in our 247-year-old history. We have seen what having conservative justices on the Supreme Court has done to rectify previous decisions that did not stand up to constitutional scrutiny. If it were not for the three justices appointed by Trump, these decisions could have […]

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Successful Idaho GOP Summer Meeting in Challis Reflecting strong grassroots Republican support

The Idaho Republican Party held our Summer State Central Committee Meeting this past weekend in Challis and it proved to be an exceptional success. From the moment our members and guests arrived, they were greeted by the beautiful scenery of Challis, Idaho. Our host Custer County, and venue Living Waters Ranch, went above and beyond, […]

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Important Notice of Fruitland City Council Meeting Concerning Expansion of TVCA

Dear TVCA Families, Thank you so much for all the letters you submitted to the city. This effort has shown tremendous support to our city leaders. The purpose of this e-mail is to provide you with an update on our ongoing efforts. On June 28, we filed an appeal with the City of Fruitland with […]

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