The happy election results in South Dakota (not to mention nationally) provide a good reason to take stock of the evolution of politics in recent […]
South Dakota’s PAC Politics: The Curious Case of Erin Tobin, the Term Limits Chair, and Her Donations to Legislators Who Killed the Bill
In the world of politics, few issues stir as much debate as term limits for elected officials. Advocates argue that term limits promote fresh ideas […]
Committee Assignments for the 2025 Senate
Senate committee assignments have been made! Hot take: Let’s hear it for the pancake man, Tom Pischke! Looks like some great picks for Chair/Co with […]
Committee Assignments for the 2025 Legislative Session
Committee Assignments have been made! Word is that Speaker Hansen was very fair. 100% of the members were assigned to at least one of their […]
Some BITCOIN 101 – Crypto is here to stay…start educating yourself! By: The Spearfish Speakeasy
https://thespearfishspeakeasy.substack.com/p/some-bitcoin-101 Bitcoin’s resilience over the years underscores its staying power, even as it continues to face scrutiny and skepticism. From its inception as a niche […]
The Battle for 2026 – Commentary By: Shad Olson
Even now, you see them pawing the dirt. Side-eying the prize. The South Dakota RINOS are readying for battle 2026. After the national Trump revival […]
Summit Carbon Solutions and the SD PUC will be holding 6 public input meetings throughout eastern South Dakota.
Summit Carbon Solutions and the SD PUC will be holding 6 public input meetings throughout eastern South Dakota. Pursuant to SDCL 49-41B-15 and 49-41B-16, the […]
THE RETAIL STANDARD Should we expect better Customer Service from our public servants? By: Chris J. Larson
Is there anything more absurd than the phrase “Government Accountability”? As a 30-year retail business operator, I can’t help but laugh at the mock […]
You peasants! Just give us your money and stop being involved! By: The Spearfish Speakeasy
Wow, what a fiery manifesto! Wow, what a performance! Reading this, one might almost think the local GOP in Lawrence County, and around the state […]
Letter from SD Legislators – “Senator Thune, it’s time to put America First.”
Via Rep Aaron Aylward: When you’re $36 trillion in debt, not one dime should be going to foreign aid, no matter who you’re wanting to […]