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You wrote (either with intent or unwittingly): “What’s the holdup? Why is Idaho, a state so red that more than 80% of the legislature identifies as Republican…”

“Identifies as” is the key phrase here. As with other members of society, simply “identifying as” something does not make you that something. In this case, many Idaho voters, candidates, and especially office holders “identify as” Republicans, but they have proven to be something quite different.

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I chose my words deliberately...

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I figured as much :-) Very cleverly done.

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It's looking like the Idaho "body politic" has been severely wounded and is bleeding out Red, bleeding in progressive liberal blue. Just say'n.

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Heart 💜 ❤️ breaking 💔 and lily livered.

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Like it or not the Idaho state constitution is a huge problem. Until it is amended school choice bills will be ripe for legal challenge.

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