City Council Should Never Alter Election Rules [OPINION]
A decision by the Sioux Falls City Council to change the percentage of votes needed to win a seat on the council is a fundamental and disturbing conflict with the principals of democracy.
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In Today’s Political Climate, What is a Moderate? [OPINION]
What is a moderate and what do they believe in today's political climate?
Business Defections from Trump Panel Signals Power of Economics [OPINION]
I take solace in the defection of corporate leaders from a panel organized by President Trump in response to his comments following the violence in Virginia.
Congress Making a Mess of Health Care Debate [OPINION]
I've been critical of the handling of the Republican efforts to repeal and replace Obamacare. There's no denying that. But things seem to be really spinning out of control at this point.
It’s Time for Urgency on Big Sioux River Quality [OPINION]
The Big Sioux River is a wonderful asset for Sioux Falls. The greenway is basically 30 miles of parks. It's time to take water quality seriously.
I Like a Nice Pair of Leather Chaps as Much as the Next Guy, But at the White House? [OPINION]
The White House had a big shindig this week featuring American Made products. Part of the expo included something from each state. South Dakota? Chaps.
World Listening Day – a Day WE ALL Need to Celebrate
Today (7/18) has been proclaimed World Listening Day. So, how are you at listening? I'm horrible - but striving to get better.
You May Not Believe This, But Theresa Stehly is Right [OPINION]
Loyal listeners of The Patrick Lalley Show may want to brace themselves for this: Theresa Stehly is right. Just let that hang there for a moment.
New Version of Health Care Reform Not Solving the Problems [OPINION]
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell released a new version of the health care reform plan Thursday in an attempt to get 50 senators to agree how to move forward with their repeal of Obamacare. It's not looking good for the GOP.
Here’s Some Advice for Tim Bjorkman’s Campaign for Congress [OPINION]
Tim Bjorkman, a retired circuit court judge from Salem, will announce his candidacy for Congress on Thursday. I’ve got some advice for Bjorkman.
