Author: Gordon Howie

Tax Increase Passes The House

“An Act to increase the state sales tax, the state use tax, the excise tax on farm machinery, and amusement device tax…” The latest in a string of tax increases from the South Dakota “Republican” controlled political system.  It will remove…

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Be Not Afraid

Uncertainty and fear are in the hearts of many Americans. The media tells us that voters are angry.  I think they should look deeper.  I believe that beneath the anger, people are really afraid.  Yes, they are angry about what…

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What Does Ben Carson Really Want?

Carson, Bush and Kasich couldn’t break single digits in South Carolina. At this point in the long string of primary battles, it seems unlikely that any of them will change their share. Bush is out. Kasich, well he just seems…

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Tell Senator Thune To Vote “No”

Have you seen the facebook ads? The ads plead with voters… “Tell Senator Thune to vote no”. Tell Senator Rounds to vote no”. Now, facebook notices plead with voters to encourage South Dakota State Legislators to “Vote no” on the…

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Robin Hood Visits South Dakota

Sadly, many things have changed for Robin. He no longer steals from the rich and gives to the poor. Robin has now become a politician.  He has a new creed.  His new allegiance is to the Sheriff of Nottingham.  Taxing…

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