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About ddxdx

A Family physician, former county coroner and former Idaho State Senator

Idiots

Posted on February 9, 2024 by ddxdx

Are we, or are they? Maybe they just think we are. Megan Blanksma is no idiot. But her posture of protecting us from government intrusion makes me think she might think us so. Shame on her. She wants to change … Continue reading →

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Coroner Story: Hunting

Posted on February 1, 2024 by ddxdx

It’s hard not to think of the families, you know.  There is a job to do, and you do your best.  Still, it can be heartbreaking. It was a Saturday, fall, mid day.  I was on call as the doctor … Continue reading →

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Coroner Story: Not made for TV

Posted on January 28, 2024 by ddxdx

This is one that I’m sure would’ve had a different ending if it was on a TV show.  Not enough drama in the truth.  They gotta give you a wrapped up bad guy, led away with someone, some detective giving … Continue reading →

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Seasons

Posted on January 28, 2024 by ddxdx

The Idaho legislature has its seasons. Old hands know this, and young bucks and does have figured it out too. You, the interested public should also know it. I don’t communicate this like I’m a wise old sage. Many are … Continue reading →

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Again

Posted on January 28, 2024 by ddxdx

I had this conversation with my wife yesterday about Idaho’s abortion laws. I have told this before, but she said I needed to say it again. She didn’t remember. Maybe you don’t either. The Idaho antiabortion statutes are so confusing, … Continue reading →

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Coroner Story: Alone

Posted on January 19, 2024 by ddxdx

I often seek solitude, but it’s always temporary. I lived very isolated for a couple years and I got a clear sense what it was doing to my psyche. So, I jumped back into the world. But I still tend … Continue reading →

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Shoot the Messenger

Posted on January 18, 2024 by ddxdx

Last year I spoke too soon.  I applauded Representative Blanksma for making some recommendations to her body. This year I’m offering raspberries. She recommended expanded coverage for kids in the CHIP program, as well as a recommendation to expand Medicaid … Continue reading →

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Coroner Story: Never End

Posted on January 14, 2024 by ddxdx

The Never-ending Story See if you can tell where this begins.  Or if it ends.  I’m finally telling it because a young man asked me for a good story at the dinner table the other night.  To end a wonderful … Continue reading →

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Work for It

Posted on January 11, 2024 by ddxdx

It seems our Governor is considering work requirements for Medicaid enrollees. He hasn’t done his research. Or maybe he has, and this is a Trojan Horse, just waiting for the Idaho Freedom Foundation to roll it within its walls. Do … Continue reading →

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Coroner Story: Road

Posted on January 8, 2024 by ddxdx

She was found by the road. And so, I was called. It can be foggy after a rain in the spring. The wheat loves the rain that rolls in from the ocean two hundred miles west. We get good rain … Continue reading →

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