Our Adulation of Political Figures Reaches Crisis Level
MINOT, N.D. — Earlier this week I mentioned a trip to Barnes & Noble in one of my columns. I...
Month: March 2021
Luke Simons, Finally, Does the Decent Thing
MINOT, N.D. — After a week of bluster and much conspiracy-mongering, disgraced former lawmaker Luke Simons has announced that he won't be...
When Have the Proponents of Book Bans Ever Been the Good Guys?
MINOT, N.D. — You'll tell me that the decision by Dr. Seuss Enterprises, the entity controlling the literary legacy of Theodor...
Can Derek Chauvin Get a Fair Trial With an Angry Mob Looking On?
MINOT, N.D. — The trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin has commenced in Minnesota. Chauvin, as I'm sure...
There’s a Good Answer for Why It Took So Long for Luke Simons’ Harassment to Be Outed
MINOT, N.D. — "The North Dakota House expelled a member for the first time in its history for a years-long...
Justice Done for Rep. Luke Simons as Lawmaker Expelled From North Dakota Legislature
MINOT, N.D. — Let me begin this account of the most remarkable floor session in the North Dakota House of...
UND President Urges ‘Swift Action’ From Lawmakers in Luke Simons Scandal
MINOT, N.D. — Rep. Luke Simons, a member of the controversial Bastiat Caucus from Dickinson, faces many accusations of harassment from...
ND Sober Ride Program Is Brilliant Public Policy
MINOT, N.D. — "Maybe safe ride homes, and not tougher penalties, are a better solution for drunk driving." That's a...
Luke Simons Must Be Removed From the Legislature
MINOT, N.D. — North Dakota's legislative assembly will resume its work today, March 3, having taken a break for the...
