Release: Jackley Releases Third Statewide TV Ad: “Trust”

Jackley Releases Third Statewide TV Ad: “Trust”

PIERRE, SD: Attorney General Marty Jackley launched his third statewide television ad of the primary election this week.

“We want the people of South Dakota to know that our vision for moving our state forward comes from them,” Jackley said. “We’re visiting every corner of the state on our Hometown South Dakota tour, and the policies that we’ve developed—our Commitment to South Dakota Veterans, our initiatives for Faith and Family, Open and Honest Government, Pheasant Hunting, Destination South Dakota, and Main Street Fairness—they’re all part of our campaign by and for South Dakotans.”

The ad highlights Jackley’s record of fighting for states’ rights, as well as his positions on protecting human life, defending the Second Amendment and attracting new jobs and businesses to South Dakota. The endorsements of 62 local sheriffs are also featured.

“Our incredible volunteers have put solid momentum behind us going into April,” said Jackley for Governor campaign manager Jason Glodt. “We’ve set records for fundraising and petition signatures while attracting large crowds to events even in our smallest communities. The grassroots energy is unlike anything I’ve ever seen in a gubernatorial primary.”

Watch Jackley’s new ad on youtube

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Sioux Falls City Council Public input… in the absolutely worst way imaginable.

Chad McKenzie from over at KSOO Radio educated me on something I did not know this morning:

I believe we’ve reached the breaking point. I think it’s time the Sioux Falls City Council pull the plug on televising the public comment portion of its meetings. It was funny at first – but now has become nothing but insulting and embarrassing for EVERYONE.

If you don’t know what I’m talking about, before each Sioux Falls City Council meeting there’s a time when the public is invited to step up to the microphone and offer input. But thanks to a small group of “bullies,” it’s gotten to where it’s embarrassing.

This past Monday night I tuned in only to see a video about to the recent train derailment in downtown Sioux Falls – complete with a re-creation using toy trains and ending with a photo of the Three Stooges doing some sort of Nazi salute.

Just weeks prior to that the City Council was forced to sit through a music video put together by one-time Mayoral candidate David Zokaites. Zokaites ended up falling short of getting the necessary signatures to get his name placed on the ballot.

Read the entire article here.

Wait.. What? The public plays videos for the councilors, and the city broadcasts/records it? I literally did a double take when I read that, and contacted a couple people involved in the process to verify the truthfulness of that statement.

Yes, they actually allow people to play vanity videos in addition to actual matters of public interest. Wow.

So, the candidate for mayor who didn’t get to be on the ballot because he spent his time making an awful video (as opposed to collecting signatures to get on the ballot) was able to force councilors to sit and watch his awful video.  How on earth did the Sioux Falls City Council come to that?

Greg Belfrage at KELO AM is also reporting on the Public Input portion of the Sioux Falls City Council meetings turning into a circus last night, where someone was yelling F* the police, and the Mayor is a SOB, etcetera.

It’s sounding like the public input portion of the meetings has become a free for all. And they’re going to have to address it sooner than later.

Most of my experience has been with legislative hearings which are conducted with far more decorum. Can you imagine Representative Larry Rhoden permitting some whack-a-doodle to play a music video in a legislative committee hearing because they felt like it? Me neither.

So why would the SF City Council permit it?  Kudos to them in allowing an open forum for public input in the first place. But there really should come a point where they have to draw a line just for the sake of getting things done on a timely basis.

How could they fix what seems to be a circus?

Anything more complicated than paper handouts should be eliminated or presented in a manner where councilpersons/interested parties can review them outside of the public input time to prevent the few from monopolizing the time meant for a variety of interests.

Barring that, McKenzie has an extremely valid point. The Sioux Falls City Council should pull the plug on televising the public comment portion of its meetings, and save it for the official business portion because that’s what they have a responsibility in preserving for posterity.

Some dude’s awful zombie video not included.

Release: Lincoln County State’s Attorney Tom Wollman Endorses Jackley

Lincoln County State’s Attorney Tom Wollman Endorses Jackley

CANTON, SD: Lincoln County State’s Attorney Tom Wollman announced his support for Attorney General Marty Jackley’s bid for governor in a new video released today.

“Marty has always been the kind of leader who shows up to get the work done instead of dropping by for the photo opp,” Wollman said. “He’ll be a governor who answers the phone, spends time in our local communities and listens to the people who run our towns and make South Dakota great.”

Wollman received his law degree from the University of South Dakota and has served as state’s attorney for 17 years. He is a past president of the South Dakota State’s Attorneys Association, a current trainer for law enforcement across the state on domestic violence issues, and is a board member on the Law Enforcement Standards and Training Commission.

“Tom’s leadership as state’s attorney has earned him the respect and admiration of Lincoln County,” Jackley said. “His work keeps our South Dakota families safe, and we’re honored to have his support for Team Jackley.”

Watch Wollman’s endorsement on youtube here:

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Release: Noem, Liz Cheney in Rapid City Wednesday

Noem, Liz Cheney in Rapid City Wednesday

Rapid City, S.D. – Kristi Noem will be in Rapid City on Wednesday, April 4.

WHAT: Listening Session on Youth Drug Addiction
WHEN: Wednesday, April 4 – 10:00AM
WHERE: Lifeways (1010 Ninth Street, Suite 2, Rapid City)

WHAT: Noem to Address Veterans Coordination Commission Meeting
WHEN: Wednesday, April 4 – 12:00PM
WHERE: American Legion Post 22 (818 E St. Patrick, Rapid City)

WHAT: Women’s Coffee with Kristi Noem and Rep. Liz Cheney
WHEN: Wednesday, April 4 – 1:30PM to 3:00PM
WHERE: Bethel Assembly Church (1202 North Maple Ave., Rapid City)

Release: Noem Announces Rural Revitalization Project

Noem Announces Rural Revitalization Project

WATERTOWN, S.D. – Kristi Noem today announced her Rural Revitalization Project, an initiative aimed at strengthening rural South Dakota. Noem was raised on a farm and ranch in rural Hamlin County. After her father’s sudden death, Noem returned to farm and ranch full-time, while also starting a hunting lodge, building an insurance business, and growing her family.

“I am proud to be from rural South Dakota,” said Noem. “It’s where I learned the values of hard work and self-reliance, where Bryon and I chose to raise our kids, where we started an insurance business and hunting lodge, and where my family has farmed and ranched for a century. But many small towns like ours are struggling today. As governor, I will work to bring more resources into rural areas, expanding broadband, promoting economic development, enhancing healthcare, and focusing on K-12 schools.”

NOEM’S RURAL REVITALIZATION PROJECT

Rural Broadband

A good internet connection can allow any entrepreneur to sell globally, while hiring locally. By expanding rural broadband and enhancing cell service, area businesses can grow their customer base without leaving town; families can better connect with their doctors; and students can learn from teachers a world away. In many rural areas, however, broadband deployment lags behind, largely because of the disproportionate expense of installation and maintenance.

In the U.S. House, I have pushed the Federal Communications Commission on creating a fairer and more rural-friendly Universal Service Fund formula to accelerate broadband’s deployment in remote areas. This work will continue if elected governor. Additionally, I will look to expand resources in this area, while ensuring state agencies continue to embrace broadband-friendly policies.

Rural Development

To grow families in rural South Dakota, we need jobs in rural South Dakota. As I’ve laid out in my Agricultural Growth Initiative and Build South Dakota Agenda, I will (1) equip students with the skills needed to succeed in ag-related industries, (2) review permitting structures to be sure they promote economic development and respect local control, (3) expand opportunities for value-added agriculture, and (4) improve rural infrastructure.

Rural Healthcare

Local healthcare providers have been relentless in expanding access through a robust network of rural clinics and innovative telehealth technologies, dramatically shrinking the distance between residents and state-of-the-art care. To build on these successes, we must grow the healthcare workforce in rural South Dakota. As governor, I will work directly with state professional organizations to develop forward-thinking recruitment and retention strategies, while also reviewing licensing requirements. Additionally, I will pursue federal waivers and grants, as appropriate, to better customize healthcare programs to South Dakota’s needs.

Rural Schools

The school is the lifeblood of many rural communities, but most struggle to make ends meet, recruit qualified teachers, or maintain enrollment numbers. Under my administration, the Department of Education will work to develop a pilot program to fill teacher shortages in high-need areas, exploring options such as new incentive programs for local working professionals and enhanced mentoring of teachers.

While I will also work to improve efficiencies, increase local decision making, and empower schools to share resources, I believe the most sustainable way to strengthen rural schools is to expand economic opportunity. If a family can’t make a living in a rural community, they will pull their kids from the school district and move. I am fully committed to revitalizing South Dakota’s rural culture, so small-town schools and businesses can thrive for generations to come.

Shantel Krebs for Congress posts commercial with endorsement, snake handling

From Facebook, Shantel Krebs posts a TV Commercial with an endorsement from ‘Johnny B’ from Reptile Gardens, which talks about her handling snakes:

It’s a beautifully filmed commercial…. but.  I hate to bring it up, but John Brockelsby is a registered Democrat.  While it would be a good general election commercial, I’m not sure how being endorsed by a Democrat benefits Shantel in the Republican Primary.

Deadwood Mayor Chuck Turbiville Endorses Jackley for Governor

Deadwood Mayor Chuck Turbiville Endorses Jackley for Governor

DEADWOOD, SD: Deadwood Mayor and District 31 Representative Chuck Turbiville tells South Dakota that Attorney General Marty Jackley is the smart bet for governor in a new video released today.

“As a grandfather of seven, I want my grandkids to be safe, and no one has done more to protect our families than Marty Jackley,” Turbiville said. “He also heavily emphasized good working relationships with mayors and county leaders in his Hometown Initiative, and as a South Dakota mayor, I applaud him for seeking to strengthen those partnerships.”

Turbiville is in the final year of his second term as mayor of Deadwood. Under his leadership, Deadwood has expanded the number of businesses on Main Street, reduced city meeting expenses and expanded Sturgis rally motorcycle parking.

He first served in the House from 2005-2012, where he helped start the South Dakota Science & Technology Authority and the Sanford Underground Research Facility in Lead. He also worked as director of the Deadwood-Lead Economic Development Corporation for 14 years.

“Chuck has been an incredible public servant for Deadwood and District 31, and I’m blessed to call him my friend,” Jackley said. “This campaign isn’t about any one person—we have a team approach, and we’re excited to welcome Chuck and the people of Deadwood to the team.”

Watch Turbiville’s endorsement on youtube here

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