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Jonathan Lange: Election Integrity Bills Build Confidence

Columnist Jonathan Lange writes: “Wyoming citizens who are concerned about election integrity are not accusing anyone of cheating. They simply want public officials to provide a meaningful opportunity to cut the cards.”

Jonathan LangeJanuary 23, 2026

Scott Clem: We Don't Need More Sycophants, We Need Leaders

Columnist Scott Clem writes, "There's something to be said for men like Thomas Massie and Rand Paul. They are principled and, well, themselves. They're not fake. They're not jerks. They're not glory hounds or media whores. They say what they mean and are true to themselves."

Scott ClemJanuary 23, 2026

Tom Lubnau: Freedom Caucus Cuts: A Pink Slip for Wyoming

Columnist Tom Lubnau writes, "If the Freedom Caucus driven Joint Appropriation Committee budget cuts survive the Legislature, hundreds of Wyomingites will lose their jobs—and Wyoming will take the hit squarely on the chin."

Tom LubnauJanuary 22, 2026

Clair McFarland’s Book Review: Infinite Jest

Clair McFarland writes: "Welcome to my book review, which I’m writing because my four sons (now teen- and pre-teen-aged) are getting squishy about having their adventures published. In December I read 'Infinite Jest,' by David Foster Wallace."

Clair McFarlandJanuary 20, 2026

Dave Simpson: Is It Possible For Republicans And Democrats To Agree On Anything?

Columnist Dave Simpson writes, "I always believed that Republicans and Democrats could agree on rooting out waste in government. But cynics were right. Even eliminating the craziest USAID-funded programs drew vociferous opposition and ridicule from Democrats."

Dave SimpsonJanuary 19, 2026

Gail Symons: Don't Micromanage The University Of Wyoming

Columnist Gail Symons writes: "A land-grant university is an important tool, not a political punching bag. Fund it based on outcomes. Audit it when necessary. Demand transparency. Then let its leaders do their jobs."

Gail SymonsJanuary 19, 2026

Cassie Craven: Remember What The Fight Is About

Columnist Cassie Craven writes: “White Christian Nationalists. Hypocrites. Gestapo. We should be Charlie Kirked. I’ve heard it all. The world’s chaos is demonic. One look into the eyes of the some of these protesters tells you everything you need to know."

Cassie CravenJanuary 19, 2026

Bill Sniffin: Broncos Win Over Bills Was Game For The Ages

Columnist Bill Sniffin writes, "What a great game. A great many Wyoming fans cheered for both Denver and Buffalo. In the end, Denver won 33-30 in overtime but lost quarterback Bo Nix."

Bill SniffinJanuary 18, 2026

Joan Barron: Wyoming Business Council Down, Maybe Not Out

Columnist Joan Barron writes, “The Wyoming Business Council has been de-funded before, but survived. The likeliest scenario is that the big tussle to restore some of the cuts will come in the Senate."

Joan BarronJanuary 17, 2026

Dennis Sun: So Long Sugar, Hello Steak

Ag columnist Dennis Sun writes, "I like how the current report gives us the basics on food but leaves the decision of how much up to the individual. We don’t want some vegan Harvard professor telling us not to eat meat and what to drink."

Dennis SunJanuary 16, 2026

Jonathan Lange: Let’s Get Our Court Docs On The Internet

Columnist Jonathan Lange writes: “Our courts are still operating as if ‘Al Gore’ never invented ‘the internets,’ as Dubya would say. Luddite rules suppress free access to public information.”

Jonathan LangeJanuary 16, 2026

Scott Clem: Like Miley Cyrus, The Legislature Is Coming In Like A Wrecking Ball

Columnist Scott Clem writes, "The legislature has a problem. Maybe their actions really are good for Wyoming. Maybe our state is being set up for success for years to come. But that's not how it's coming across."

Scott ClemJanuary 16, 2026

Tom Lubnau: It’s The Legislature’s Fault That Abortion Ban Was Unconstitutional

Columnist Tom Lubnau writes, "This abortion law mess didn’t erupt from nowhere. It came from years of incompetent legislating, blame shifting and political grandstanding, while lawmakers dodged the harder work required to pass a constitutional amendment."

Tom LubnauJanuary 15, 2026

Ken Buck: Mamdani's Socialist Rhetoric vs. Reality

Columnist Ken Buck writes, "Venezuelans have been living under the realities of socialism for over a decade -- hyperinflation, food shortages, human rights abuses... The list goes on and it hardly reads like the 'warm collectivism' articulated by Mamdani."

Ken BuckJanuary 13, 2026

Dave Simpson: Freedom Caucus Criticism Is All The Rage For Weaksauce Republicans

Columnist Dave Simpson writes, "Freedom Caucus critics have declared the votes we cast in 2024 - putting the Freedom Caucus in the driver's seat - were a big mistake, and we should be ashamed, apologize, and seek forgiveness from the all-knowing status quo."

Dave SimpsonJanuary 12, 2026

Cassie Craven: I Still Believe Life Is A Human Right

Columnist Cassie Craven writes, “If you watched someone attack a newborn with a hammer you’d do everything you could to stop it and protect that baby. But you say she has no value just moments prior?"

Cassie CravenJanuary 12, 2026

Bill Sniffin: Our Broncos Are Back! Wyoming Folks Are Avid Denver Football Fans

Columnist Bill Sniffin writes, "Man, I love my Denver Broncos. They have given me so much pleasure over the past 56 years. The highs have been so great. And the lows have been, well, pretty doggone low. But I always supported my beloved donkeys."

Bill SniffinJanuary 10, 2026

Joan Barron: We've Got A Bumper Crop Of Election Bills

Columnist Joan Barron writes, "Is there such a thing as too many election bills? In my opinion the answer is yes. I’ll bet the state could survive for many years without the need for any of these bills."

Joan BarronJanuary 10, 2026

Dennis Sun: Demand At The Meat Counter Is Strong

Columnist Dennis Sun writes, "Positive news is that beef products are in high demand, both in the U.S. and abroad. U.S. beef is noted for its great taste and tenderness, and as consumers shop for protein, beef is at the top of the list."

Dennis SunJanuary 09, 2026

Jonathan Lange: Our Constitution Protects All Human Life

Columnist Jonathan Lange writes, “At the heart of the 'Life is a Human Right Act' is the second provision of Wyoming’s Constitution. 'In their inherent right to life. . . all members of the human race are equal (Art. 1, Sec. 2).' All means all. It's really that simple.”

Jonathan LangeJanuary 09, 2026

Scott Clem: Red Sky at Morning — America's Imperial Turn

Columnist Scott Clem writes, "Gone are the days of America being one among the nations. We now seek dominance over the nations. We are following the footsteps of imperial Rome."

Scott ClemJanuary 09, 2026

Tom Lubnau: Chuck Gray’s Professional Campaign Commercial for Congress

Columnist Tom Lubnau writes, "If Chuck Gray’s opening video for his campaign is any indication, Wyoming voters will be treated to a long season of glossy, high-dollar advertising characterized by slick packaging, careful curation, and designed less to inform than to sell."

Tom LubnauJanuary 08, 2026

Dave Simpson: Forty Years Later, But It Seems Like Yesterday

Columnist Dave Simpson writes, “The coolest families when I was growing up all had daughters. Life. Mystery. Excitement. I grew up with older brothers, but then having a daughter of my own made our house a much more fun place to be.”

Dave SimpsonJanuary 05, 2026

Cassie Craven: Communism's Mass Graves Aren't Warm and Fuzzy

Columnist Cassie Craven writes, “Mamdani is something different. Something more dangerous. Happiness is a warm gun. Don’t mistake disconnect and distance with the illusion of freedom and ease.”

Cassie CravenJanuary 05, 2026

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