Tag Archives: 2012 elections
Most races ended without much drama, but one senator called his own demise over a year ago
The primary election was not so much sound and fury as it was anti-climactic. Fireworks and change predicted by many among the Republicans produced some fireworks, but not much change. Now that Tuesday’s primary election has ended, what does it … Continue reading
Primary election action all on the Republican side of the ticket
Tuesday’s primary election is a study in what Idaho politics is all about right now: Much ado about not much for the Democrats in that contested races are about as rare as sightings of polar bears in the desert, while … Continue reading
Candidates against banning minors from tanning beds; cite parental control
During the 2012 legislative session, House Bill 486 was introduced, making the use of tanning beds by those under 16 a crime. The bill struggled through the House, even being pulled off the floor and back into committee for a … Continue reading
Candidates support reducing and reforming unemployment insurance, Medicaid and food stamps
Reliance on government and government programs will be one of the major issues between President Barack Obama and Republican Mitt Romney in this fall’s general election. They appear not to be in much pro or con dispute for the 2013 … Continue reading
Rammell challenging McMillan for spot in Idaho House
One of the more watched races in the primary election May 15 is in District 7A where incumbent Rep. Shannon McMillan, R-Silverton, is being challenged by Rex Rammell, who has never held elective office, but has a level of name … Continue reading
2012 House candidates and where they rank in Freedom Index
The 2012 legislative session is now history. Next on the docket for many of the 70 House members are the 2012 elections. There will be a number of new faces in the House, since 26 members of the House are … Continue reading
2012 Senate candidates and where they rank in Freedom Index
With the 2012 legislative session now wrapped up, the focus turns to the 2012 elections. There will be a number of new faces in the Senate, but not necessarily unfamiliar ones. Ten House members will be attempting to make the … Continue reading