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Close, but not enough
Historic voter turnout in Idaho signals a brighter future

Tuesday night proved to be both typical, yet unexpected for Idahoans across the state. Prior to Election Day, the Idaho Secretary of State’s office reported 155,000 absentee ballots counted, a […]

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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 […]

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 […]

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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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. […]

Behind the policy points
Nicole Skinner and Carlos Vazquez are set to lead ASUI next year

After all the votes were tallied, the new ASUI president and vice president for the 2018-2019 academic year were named Nicole Skinner and Carlos Vazquez. Their platform included three main […]

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Running to replace
David Nelson files to run against Sen. Dan Foreman this fall

Moscow and the University of Idaho are in an uncommon situation — represented by both Democrats and Republicans in the Idaho State Legislature. David Nelson, a UI graduate and former […]

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Professional politics
We should support politically active students with professionalism

Student lobbyists from the University of Idaho made national headlines after an altercation with Idaho Sen. Dan Foreman Monday at the Idaho State Capitol. The students, part of the Planned […]