District 15 — Senate Laura Metzler worked for the U.S. Postal Service for nearly three decades, retiring in 2013 from her position, EAS administrative support, where she was responsible for database support for 460 postmasters. Metzler is dedicated to public policy that promotes clean air, clear water and protection of our public lands. She…
DetailsDistrict 26 — Senate Sen. Michelle Stennett is the Senate Minority Leader who has pushed her entire legislative career for clean air and water. She strives to protect Idaho’s agricultural and ranching heritage while preserving our most precious natural resources. She believes the state should continue to support tourism and preserve our public lands…
DetailsDistrict 5 — Senate Sen. Schmidt is a physician and a businessman who has a track record of working to build healthy communities. As a hunter and fisherman, he values public lands. As a grandfather, he is deeply interested in fully funding our public schools. He has successfully championed better systems for keeping our…
DetailsBy Courtney Washburn, Executive Director So much energy is caught up in national politics, but the races that really matter to our quality of life are decided much closer to home. They’re the ones right here in Idaho. This November we’ve got the chance to make a choice on the ticket that will affect every…
DetailsAfter a two-year study, Attorneys General from 12 western states agreed that the legal theory behind public land transfer holds no water. In other words, any state pursuing a legal path to seize control of our public lands is wasting time and taxpayer money. Stick a fork in it — it’s done. But before we…
DetailsBy Rialin Flores, CVI Legislative Associate It was cold and rainy and I was stuck in the mountains with my in-laws. Life was perfect. Rain on a backpacking trip, like the trip I was on last weekend in the Eagle Cap Wilderness in Oregon, isn’t always bad. It provides a reprieve from camp chores and…
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