Winston Churchill described the Republican party. He was talking about America in general, but without knowing it, he described the Republican party of today when he said, “You can always count on Americans to do the right thing – after…
Author: Gordon Howie
Terrorism Visits South Dakota
Is this the face of a terrorist? Some people say so. Others call her a doctor. Whatever you might call her, Dr. Carol Ball makes a trip from out of state several times each month, under tight security, to terminate the…
Was It Racism?
Or was it something even more problematic? While the mayor of Baltimore issues a statement that “racism”, among other things, will not be tolerated, I am asking myself the question, “Was the death of Freddie Gray really a result of…
Budget Slight Of Hand By Republicans
A REAL budget from Congress? Well, after years without a budget, Congress has mustered up a plan the Republicans are calling a “balanced budget”. Republican leaders say this demonstrates that they have earned the right and have the ability “to…
Federal Charges Pending For Rapid City Petitioner
FEDERAL COURT… for gathering signatures! Roberta Helmerick will have to appear in Federal court for gathering signatures at the post office. In a message to supporters, Helmerick said, “My court date was cancelled, because they dismissed the case, turning it…
Rapid City Postmaster Kills Petitioning
Postmistress Lorrie Papka has changed the rules in Rapid City. To make the point, she had petitioner Roberta Helmerick arrested for gathering signatures at the post office last week. This is a reversal of post office policy in Rapid City.…
The End Of All Evil
The wickedness of man seems to know no bounds. The daily news is filled with reports of murder, crime and debauchery. World leaders meet to discuss what they can do to end war and ensure basic human rights. Debaucherous behavior…
National Review Blasts South Dakota Senators
“The Disgraceful Cave-in on Loretta Lynch” Conservatives in South Dakota have grown increasingly discouraged with BOTH of South Dakota’s US Senators. The National Review presents a great example of how things REALLY work now that they are both in Washington…
John Thune Sponsors ObamaCare Extension
Well, that’s just what we hoped for… NOT! The bill would EXTEND ObamaCare subsidies into late 2017. That is NOT in keeping with Republican election promises to repeal ObamaCare. Republican Senator Ron Johnson, the author of the bill, recently explained…
Senator Mike Rounds, Russia And South Dakota Uranium
Does Russia Own South Dakota Uranium Interests? US Senator Mike Rounds might know. Do you see any similarity in the Logo? Is there an ownership connection? If Senator Rounds doesn’t know, it wouldn’t be difficult for him to find out. His sister and brother-in-law…