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Quality Wins

Voters agree, the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee (KCRCC) consistently recommends the best candidates. We know this because KCRCC recommended candidates win their races 4 out of 5 times. The KCRCC stands as a cornerstone of grassroots conservatism in North Idaho. It comprises 73 elected precinct committeemen, representing every precinct in Kootenai County, from rural […]

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Suggestions Welcome

Your property taxes fund our schools, roads, and safety services. But who decides how that money is spent? The November 4th local elections give you the power to choose leaders who shape Kootenai County’s future. These off-year elections fill critical seats in local government, including mayors, city councils, school districts, and fire districts, with the […]

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Judging Judges

In Idaho, what mechanisms are in place to ensure the quality and fairness of Idaho’s third branch of government? Previously I wrote about how judges are appointed and subsequently stand to be retained by the voters. The problem is that voters are being asked to make the decision about retaining a particular judge without significant […]

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Skinsuit Politicians

North Idaho is largely populated by good and friendly people. People who volunteer their time for civic and charitable causes. People you would want for neighbors. People who inspired the joke: “I was at the local hardware store and while I was searching for what I wanted, three different people asked if I needed assistance…. […]

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Rules Rule, Ms. Tillman

Would you rather live in a society governed by the rule of law or one in which the emotions of the moment govern. All you need to do is watch the lawless riots in L.A. to see what happens when personal feelings are placed above the law. You get mob rule and the lawlessness that […]

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Idaho in the Crosshairs

Idaho is one of the most reliably Republican states in the nation, a bastion of conservative values where the GOP has dominated politics for decades. From its rural landscapes to its small-town ethos, Idaho’s political identity is rooted in principles like limited government, individual liberty, and traditional values. Here in Kootenai County the Republicans have […]

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The Truth Will Keep You Free

What should be the consequence if a law enforcement officer concealed the truth to facilitate an arrest? Sadly, the information age has done little to bring us closer to the truth. In many ways the truth is difficult to ascertain because it is shrouded in lies. People with agendas and ulterior motives will confuse or […]

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Idaho Republican Party Issues Statement Supporting KCRCC, Reaffirms Commitment to Free Speech and the Rule of Law

Boise, ID – March 7, 2025 – The Idaho Republican Party (IDGOP) today announced its official position supporting the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee (KCRCC) following recent events at a legislative town hall in Coeur d’Alene. The Idaho GOP State Party stands firm in our belief that free speech is the bedrock of a free […]

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KCRCC Recommendation Facts

You need to make decisions on how to vote in the upcoming local election on November 5th. Who should you listen to for advice? Your local official Republican Party, the Kootenai County Republican Central Committee (KCRCC), has put considerable time and effort into making recommendations for the November election and voters overwhelmingly appreciate the work […]

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Candidate Recommendations

The Kootenai County Republican Central Committee (KCRCC) held a special meeting on Tuesday to review the candidates for the November election and then to vote by secret ballot on which candidates the KCRCC would recommend. Many organizations, groups and associations endorse candidates for office. These groups typically are composed of individuals who are bound together […]

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Conventional Wisdom

The Idaho Republican Convention happened last weekend and it was a success in multiple ways. The three day event began with committee meetings held at The Coeur d’Alene Resort and ended with a General Session at NIC’s Schuler Auditorium. The NIC catering staff supplied a delicious lunch for 750 people on both Friday and Saturday. […]

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Rational Thinking

In a recent CDA Press editorial, the lingering ghost of the former editor rises like swamp gas over the Florida Everglades to regurgitate tired and biased tropes against the Republican Party whose members are 63% of the registered voters in their market. When will Press management appreciate that insulting 63% of their potential customers is […]

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