Google May Send Republicans to Spam, but We’re Holding Big Tech Accountable

Fox News Today’s debates around Big Tech giants like Facebook, Twitter, or Google, among others, typically center around the ability that these platforms have to shape social media and determine the content that people see or don’t see. Little is known by consumers, or even Congress, about the secretive algorithms used by these platforms and... Continue Reading

Bridging the Digital Divide in Rural America

Rural communities across the country too often fall behind when it comes to getting access to the most efficient and effective broadband technology – technology that’s so common in urban areas that it’s often taken for granted by those who live there. By no fault of their own, rural communities... Continue Reading

Helping South Dakotans Deliver

Record-high inflation and supply chain bottlenecks are driving up prices and hitting South Dakota’s economy particularly hard. While it’s true that supply chain issues and the reopening of economies after COVID shutdowns contributed somewhat to inflationary pressures, a big reason for our current inflation crisis is too much spending on... Continue Reading

Inflated Prices Lead to Deflated Family Budgets

President Biden recently penned an op-ed in the Wall Street Journal entitled “My Plan for Fighting Inflation” in which he denies responsibility for his failed policies that helped create record-high inflation and out-of-control fuel costs. In his op-ed, President Biden spends multiple paragraphs attempting to convince Americans that the economy... Continue Reading

Rising Temperatures, Rising Prices

I think it’s fair to say that in South Dakota, the unofficial start of summer begins when the temperature hits – and stays – over 65 degrees … give or take. It’s been another long winter and spring, and I think we are all looking forward to some warmer, sunnier days. Few... Continue Reading

Hometown Values

I was recently back in Murdo, the small town of around 500 people, right off I-90 – my hometown. Being home is always a trip down memory lane. When I think back to my childhood, my first memories are of my parents, Pat and Harold Thune, and of growing up... Continue Reading

A Grateful Nation

“Land of the free because of the brave.” This simple sentiment recognizes that many of the blessings we enjoy as a grateful nation are a result of the selfless men and women who have answered the call to serve their nation. I first came to know the military through my... Continue Reading

Back the Blue

Being a police officer isn’t just a job. It’s a calling. These are the people we call when there is a car accident, when someone is in trouble or in need, or when someone’s safety is at risk. These are the people who run toward danger and violence when the natural reaction... Continue Reading

Protecting Taxpayers From Outdated and Expensive Pandemic Policies

On the 2020 presidential campaign trail, President Biden painted himself as a left-leaning moderate. However, since taking office, he has prioritized policies to appease the far-left wing of the Democrat Party. Here’s what those policies have gotten us: an inflation crises, an energy crisis, and a southern border crisis. Unfortunately, there’s... Continue Reading

America’s Energy Strategy Impacts our National, Economic Security

The Washington Times Inflation hit 8.5% in March, the highest it’s been since 1981, and it’s hitting families where it hurts. One of the price hikes hitting Americans the hardest is the increase in the price of gas. The national average for a gallon of gas has been over $4,... Continue Reading

Bipartisan Solutions to Shipping and Supply Chain Crises

American families are currently struggling with the worst inflation in 40 years. Food prices. Gas prices. Used car prices. Everywhere Americans look, they’re paying more. Wages increased on average last year, but inflation outstripped wage growth, which means that instead of a wage increase, a lot of Americans got a... Continue Reading

Pain at the Pump

Inflation hit 8.5 percent in March, the highest it’s been since 1981, and it’s hitting families where it hurts. From utilities and other monthly bills to beef and eggs to cars and airline fares – folks are paying more for just about everything right now. One of the price hikes... Continue Reading