Senator Jim Risch Addresses Proposal to Sell of Public Lands at Idaho GOP Summer Meeting

Senator Jim Risch addresses proposal to sell of public lands at Idaho GOP summer meeting

POCATELLO, Idaho (KIFI) - Hundreds gathered at the Calvary Chapel in Pocatello Saturday for the Idaho GOP summer meeting. "The Idaho GOP gathers twice a year to work on rules and resolutions," explained Idaho GOP Executive Director Anthony Tirino. "The rules make our party better. The resolutions hopefully make our state better." Delegates from all over the state voiced opinions on any changes they think need to happen within the Idaho Republica…

Guest commentary: Idaho must fight against GOP takeover of public lands

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