Monthly Archives: January 2017

Prayer before Town Hall Meetings

Dear God, Let me not disparage my opponents For their position deserves the same respect as mine. Dear God, Let me listen to all, those with praise or condemnation For all voices must be heard. Dear God, Let me present … Continue reading

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Prayer before the Difficult Vote

It is not widely known that most votes in the Idaho Senate are unanimous, though I had a few 34-1 where I was the one. But the vote total is not what makes a vote difficult, rather the issue can … Continue reading

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Senate Prayer before Debate

The senator who is the floor sponsor usually begins debate after asking for unanimous consent that the complete reading of the bill by the secretary be dispensed with. It is required that all bills be read three times before being … Continue reading

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Senate Prayer for Personal Peace

Dear God, please hear these words. Dear God, Calm my rapid heart, Driven by desire for things I should not have For they do not mean love. Dear God, Quiet my rattling brain; Thoughts drive plans I should let go … Continue reading

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Wile E Coyote and Party Loyalty

Loyalty is a fine quality, but in excess it fills political graveyards. Neil Kinnock It has been encouraging to get all the emails, texts, condolence cards, and even phone calls after my election loss. There have been many hands on … Continue reading

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