Mark Twain once remarked in a letter that Supreme Court justices “have the Constitution for their guidance; they have no right to any politics save the politics of rigid right and justice when they are sitting in judgment upon the great matters that come before them.” Twain’s comments illustrate and... Continue Reading
South Dakota continues to be recognized nationally as a great place to live, work, and play. Recently, the website CNNMoney.com ranked Lincoln County at the top of its list for the best places to live in the nation for job growth. From 2000 through 2009, the county experienced 67 percent... Continue Reading
President Ronald Reagan once said, “The work of volunteer groups throughout our country represents the very heart and soul of America. They have helped make this the most compassionate, generous, and humane society that ever existed on the face of this earth.” South Dakotans are known for their generous dedication... Continue Reading
Students are out of school, the weather is warm, and summer has officially begun. Many South Dakotans have planned their summer vacations and are looking forward to a little relaxation in the sun. While many across the country have to travel great distances to enjoy the outdoors, here in South... Continue Reading
On July 4, 1930, famous American sculptor Gutzon Borglum’s 60-foot sculpture of George Washington at Mount Rushmore was unveiled to the public and dedicated. Later, Washington would be joined by Presidents Lincoln, Jefferson, and Theodore Roosevelt. Washington led America through her struggle for independence, Jefferson helped mold the young democracy,... Continue Reading
Albert Schweitzer once said, “Example is not the main thing in influencing others. It is the only thing.” His words ring more true today than they ever have. And nowhere is the power of example more impactful than with dads. As fathers, we have the opportunity to shape the character... Continue Reading
This past week, America witnessed the national debt reach $13 trillion for the first time in our nation’s history. This staggering figure means that every person living in the United States, no matter how old or young, currently owes approximately $42,000 as their share of the nation’s debt. Despite this... Continue Reading
Now that warm summer weather has arrived in South Dakota, many of us will be spending more time on the roads. Whether it is for work, visiting family and friends, or simply getting around town, South Dakotans will take to the highways, and as always, safety must be a top... Continue Reading
When President Obama and Congressional Democrats were trying to sell a skeptical American public on their health care overhaul bill, they frequently claimed that their proposals would cut health care costs and reduce our exploding national debt. There was plenty of evidence to the contrary at the time, but now... Continue Reading
Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer, and I hope that we get a beautiful, warm weekend across the state. Throughout South Dakota and across the nation, people will gather for barbecues and picnics with family and friends, as well we should. During our celebration, however, we must not... Continue Reading
The Senate continues to debate a bill that would restructure the way the federal government regulates our nation’s financial sector, and it is clear from the events of the last two years that smart changes are necessary. Unfortunately, the Senate recently missed an opportunity to address an underlying cause of... Continue Reading
There are many reasons why South Dakota is a great place to live. Friendly people, strong communities, and many opportunities for recreation are just some of the reasons we choose to call South Dakota home, but a reason that may be overlooked sometimes is our state’s way of doing business.... Continue Reading
