Commentary - The ‘principled’ stand that almost cost South Dakota taxpayers an $87 million return on their investment

Commentary - The ‘principled’ stand that almost cost South Dakota taxpayers an $87 million return on their investment

Commentary - The ‘principled’ stand that almost cost South Dakota taxpayers an $87 million return on their investment mps-post Mon, 05/18/2026 - 05:00 Image (South Dakota Searchlight) During the legislative session, we’re often witness to lawmakers taking a stand on principle. This can take many forms.Some want to make one of the harshest abortion laws in the nation even tougher.Some want to beat back South Dakota’s urge to find more ways to g…