Idaho Democratic push reshapes 1960s election landscape
Idaho politics shift as Democrats gain a power base with Governor Andrus and Attorney General Park. Analysis notes three of four U.S. House seats and both state houses up for election, with leadership contested, revenue and reapportionment issues looming, and Republicans watching Senate seat changes. Senate leader Wayne Kidwell weighs a potential run and tax plans spark intra party debate.
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Ada County Commissioner Cleared of Assault Threat
Ada County Commissioner Jack Barney was found innocent after a five hour jury deliberation. Don Rowe, president of Taxpayers' Voice, had alleged a Sept. 19 telephone threat to harm him. Rowe criticized the commission and said the verdict lets officials harass taxpayers without fear of reprisal.
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Charges Dropped Against Youths at Wood River Rock Festival
Blaine County prosecutor Stephen Boller says charges are dropped against Parker Lyle of Monterey and Nancy Pat Smith of Boise for illegal possession of marijuana at the Wood River Rock Festival near Bellevue. Prosecutors cited lack of evidence.
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