Search results for

Former state lawmakers Jean Hunhoff and Linda Duba bring their years on the appropriations committee to analyze what current legislators are up against.

Our Junkies discuss what they expect from the new governor. Plus, do taxpayers have a right to know how governors spend their money? Even when it's on a credit card?

South Dakota Searchlight's Seth Tupper unpacks his commentary on the politics behind the teacher shortage.

The Dakota Scout requested former Gov. Kristi Noem's state credit card records last year. Jonathan Ellis shares why and how the story has developed since.

Jon Hunter and Michael Card explore the impact of a contentious 2024 primary, the ongoing debate over direct democracy, and the role of legislative mentorship.

Kevin Woster and Brad "Murdoc" Jurgensen discuss the surprises and frustrations of South Dakota's 2025 legislative session, from the ingestion bill to government funding.

Since 1985, journalist Bob Mercer has left his mark on 40 South Dakota legislative sessions. He discusses his time as a reporter and as a governor's press secretary.

Lisa Hager, Ph.D., and David Wiltse, Ph.D., discuss the challenges that Trump's executive actions are facing in the courts, especially in regards to education.

Our Dakota Political Junkies analyze the state government’s response during and after weekend flooding submerged parts of southeastern South Dakota.

We learn how the Supreme Court's decision on presidential immunity will impact our Dakota Political Junkie's syllabus this fall. Lisa Hager, Ph.D., is a professor at SDSU.