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Every Vote Hurts
A Simple Lesson on Decent Democracy

by Michael Wagner | May 5, 2017 | Democracy | 1 comment

One thing I learned 30 years ago when I was first elected to the S.D. Legislature. Good politicians — dare I say true Statesmen — deeply understand that EVERY vote they cast hurts someone. Whether it is restricting someone’s freedoms, taxing...

Political Smoke Without Fire
Why the REPEAL & REPLACE Legislation Will Fail

by Michael Wagner | May 4, 2017 | Healthcare, Leadership |

I normally get asked about legislation that impacts health care.  And normally, I would like to offer more carefully written commentary that what follows in this post!  However, Congress is moving at break-neck speed to pass “Repeal and Replace”...

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