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Western fears of Russia are unrealistic, but Russian fears of the West are not
A new report by RAND Corp. states that Russia has built a defensive military not capable of global or even regional aggression because it fears NATO expansion may be leading to a mass attack on Russia.

It is a widely held assumption in America that Russia has aggressive, expansionist ambitions and has created a military with the necessary capabilities since the fall of the Soviet Union. […]

Political whataboutism
Weak arguments are poisoning our political climate

For the past three years, it seems like any political discussion we have most often comes down to two words: “what about.” If you lean liberal, you are bombarded with, […]

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In remembrance, with purpose
John McCain’s passing gives us an opportunity to reflect on ourselves and the man

The late Senator John McCain passed away peacefully at home in Arizona on Saturday, Aug. 25. McCain has been a fixture in the American psyche for more than 50 years […]

Reclaim Idaho visits Moscow
Reclaim Idaho stops by Moscow to campaign for Medicaid expansion

A founder of Reclaim Idaho, the group that led the charge to put Medicaid expansion on the November ballot in Idaho, expressed confidence that public support for the measure is […]

Giving a voice to students
ASUI responsible for bridging gap between administrators, undergraduates

For Jacob Lockhart, the decision to join ASUI — University of Idaho’s official student government — was an easy one. “I wanted to have a part in my community,” the […]

Championing U.S. bipartisanship
Memorializing John McCain should prompt thought and discussion on bipartisanship’s future

It is a rarity to find elected officials playing nice in politics. Bipartisanship in government may be uncommon, but it is not gone. When news outlets across the country announced […]

Prepare to vote
Here’s how to prepare yourself for Idaho’s general election

The 2018 elections may still be a couple months away, but that is absolutely no reason to put off preparing to vote. Before anyone feels the need to move on […]

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Calling on Congress to act
How to make your call or mail to members of Congress count

Congressional leaders receive hundreds of calls and mail pieces each day. Now is more important than ever to make sure your voice is heard, and some ways to do that […]

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Poorly represented
Dan Foreman’s poor performance as a representative shows how voters can make changes this year

Dan Foreman is embarrassing. The Idaho State Senator representing parts of Latah and Benewah counties has delivered a confrontational brand of politics more fit for reality television than public service. […]

What’s there to celebrate?
If you're feeling sad about the state of America, here's how to celebrate

If American politics makes you mad right now, you’re not the only one. If American society makes you feel a little sad right now, you have every right to be […]