Cowboy State Politics

Breaking: WY School Employees are Being Cheated 9/3

All but 1 Wyoming school district did not give their staff the 8.5% raise promised by the legislature.  Most gave a salary increase far below that.  HB316 specifically says that teachers and staff get 8.5%, that only happened in 1 county.

The Marxists and Labor Day 9/1

Happy Marxist, Communist, Radical Domestic Terrorist Day!!  There's a lot more to Labor Day than just barbeques, fishing and having fun.  The reason you aren't working is because of Marxists!  

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live Aug 28

Replay of Cowboy State Politics Live August 28.  Reaction to the Gail Symons podcast.  Eric Barlow has to resign his chairmanship and a federal judge in Wyoming has dismissed the UW sorority lawsuit because he's not a biologist and can't define what a woman is.  You can't make this stuff up!

Gail's Insults in the Cow Pie 8/27

Last Thursday during the Cowboy State Daily Morning Show, Gail Symons claimed that a reprehensible comment made years prior by Rep Steve Harshman about now Secretary of State Chuck Gray was, "Not Inaccurate."  The only reason she brought it up is she thought no one would remember.  That wasn't the only insult she leveled at conservatives.  Predictably, Morning Show host Jake Nichols didn't correct her or push back in any way. 

**This episode contains inappropriate language.**

 

Teaser - Gail's Insults in the Cow Pie 8/27

Tomorrow on the program I'm going to play for you the reprehensible things Gail Symons said about Secretary of State Chuck Gray.  I'd say that Jake in the Cow Pie agreed with her but, frankly, he doesn't know what she's talking about.  After tomorrow he will.

Monday Reload - Meetings the Media Missed 8/25

The Wyoming GOP held their quarterly meeting in Hulett over the weekend.  As usual, I was left to do the job the Wyoming media refuses to do.  There were several resolutions presented but the one concerning federal lands caught my attention.

Weekend Update - Nick's Mile and a Half 8/23

Sheridan County Commissioner Nick Siddle wants to raise your taxes.  Nick and the Transportation Committee  considered a 10 CENT raise to the gas tax at their last meeting.  WYDOT claims that they have a $400 million shortfall.  If that's true an increase in the gas tax wouldn't come anywhere close to closing it.

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live Aug 21

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live Aug 21

What Barlow Says and What He Does 8/20

Eric Barlow claims to be a conservative but his voting record shows that he is the farthest thing from that.  In the past 10 years, Barlow voted 81.88% of the time with the DEMOCRATS--hardly the work of a conservative.  His record on guns and on pro-life bills isn't any better.

The UW We Want with Gabe Saint 8/18

Gabe Saint is the President of Turning Point USA at the University of Wyoming.  He's helped to change a lot of things that irritate a lot of us at our land grant university.  We talked about free speech, why Trump is losing support among young people and the Wyoming he wants to see in the future.

Weekend Update - Who Is Bone Daddy? 8/16

For over 20 years, Ben Barto has been "Bone Daddy."  He's been the public persona of the Beartooth Motorcycle Rally.  Now he's the organizer of a professional biker rodeo association.  But he has also spent most of life supporting veteran charitable organizations.

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Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live Aug 14

Recap of The World According to Ogden.  He was up until the wee hours of the morning trying to defend his record.  "Trying" is the operative word.  It's pretty hard to defend voting against a bill that would have allowed your doctor to prescribe Ivermectin and Hydroxychloroquine when you obtained some for your own family.  Interview with U.S. Rep Harriet Hageman and much much more.

The World According to Ogden 8/13

Some legislators get an elitist attitude when they have been in the legislature too long.  Ogden Driskill is a perfect example of that.  While Senate President he never would have allowed the behavior he has exhibited over the years.  One thing's for certain, he's a never-ending source of soundbites.

Monday Reload - Ignore the Comments 8/11

We should start referring to comments on social media as exactly what they are.  Most of them have no support or evidence to back up their claims--they're just inane noise; which, is mostly what you get from the Redcoats.  My advice, just ignore them.

Weekend Update - The Media's Non-Self Reflection 8/9

After the closing of 8 newspapers, you'd think the Wyoming media would take stock of where they're at--what they could do to improve.  But they didn't.  Media outlets continued in their biased coverage and one of them published an editorial openly admitting that they are the gate-keepers of information.

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live August 7

Replay of Cowboy State Politics Live August 7.  The closing of 8 Wyoming newspapers.  Why the media is failing and where they went wrong.  That, and much much more.

Trust, Legislators and Ratings Sites 8/6

Legislators ask you to trust them on a whole host of issues.  You shouldn't trust them on anything.  As Reagan said, "Trust but verify."  Some of the Senators and Representatives are asking for your trust; but those same people really didn't act in your best interests during COVID.  Trust the Science is what we were all told.  Not again!

There's been some push back to some of the legislative ratings sites.  The scrutiny is absolutely legitimate.  Know what the goal and agenda of the site is before you make a decision to trust the results or not.

The Freedom Caucus on the Cow Pie 8/4

Join host David Iverson in this engaging episode of Cowboy State Politics as we delve into a thought-provoking roundtable discussion featuring prominent Wyoming representatives. Broadcasting from the base of the bighorns, David and his guests explore the Wyoming Freedom Caucus's principles amidst recent political controversies and media narratives.

In the first segment, the conversation unpacks the labeling of the Freedom Caucus as the 'new right' by local media and examines its implications. Guests John Bear, Bill Allemand, Chris Knapp and Agent 29 offer insights into conservative values and clarify misconceptions related to capitalism and government intervention.

The episode then shifts to an intensive debate on nuclear energy and the potential establishment of nuclear waste storage in Wyoming. Representatives share genuine concerns about safety, federal influence, and community impact, particularly highlighting the need for transparency and cautious policy making.

As the discussion unfolds, listeners are encouraged to engage with multifaceted views on conservatism, political labeling, and Wyoming's strategic decisions, providing a comprehensive overview of current state politics.

Weekend Update - Foul Mouthed Chairman Jim Anderson 8/2

Senator Jim Anderson is the Senate Chairman of the minerals committee.  He also doesn't care if you know what he really thinks.  During this past week's interim meeting, Anderson repeatedly swore on the microphone.  He also allowed Ogden Driskill to basically call other legislators liars and attack the Freedom Caucus--something what would absolutely not be allowed on the legislative floor.

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live July 31 - Speaker Chip Neiman

Speaker of the Wyoming House, Chip Neiman joins the program for a wide ranging interview.  The explosive minerals committee meeting, if he is going to run for governor and much more.

From the Other Side of the Bench 7/30

Sheridan Attorney Seth Shumaker doesn't exactly see things the same way as the former chief justice.  After the interview with Kate Fox, I wanted a different perspective--certainly lawyers have a different view of things.  Though it's a complete shock, I found a pretty conservative one!

Gail in the Cow Pie or Democracy and Eggs 7/28

Gail Symons wants you to believe we live in democracy.  She says that everyone should read what the founders wrote.  I agree; she should too.  Symons has a history of making contradictory comments.  This is the most recent example.  It's the Cow Pie's latest attempt at convincing you of something that's not true.

Weekend Update - Interview with Kate Fox 7/26

An EXCLUSIVE interview with Former Chief Justice of the Wyoming Supreme Court, Kate Fox.  We talked about the judicial nominating process and whether or not there's any politics involved; threats to judges and I get her thoughts on judicial review and restraint.  

Teaser - Justice Kate Fox 7/25

On the next Cowboy State Politics Live, former Chief Justice of the Wyoming Supreme Court, Kate Fox joins the program.  We're going to talk about the judicial selection process and increased threats to members of the judiciary.  We'll also open up the phone lines if you have a question for Justice Fox.

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live July 24

Replay of Cowboy State Politics Live for July 24.  The Dignity Act is just a fancy way of saying amnesty.  AI and where we are going with it.  Former Rep Mark Baker joins the program.

Regulation Problems with Dr. Dan Young 7/23

There have been discussions about regulating naturopathic medicine in Wyoming.  There's already been an interim committee meeting about it.  I spoke with Naturopathic Doctor Dan Young about it.  Predictably, he thinks that's a bad idea.

Monday Reload - Papers That Still Do Journalism 7/21

There are still newspapers that print the news--that actually do journalism.  That's opposed to rags that print nothing but opinion and attempt to tell you what to think.  On our weekend I came across a small paper in Basin reporting on the same thing as the Cow Pie but with very different results.  

Weekend Update - It's Our Wedding Anniversary 7/19

1 year ago, I talked Christine into marrying me.  So, we decided to slip away for the weekend.  Here's a replay of yesterday's Open Line Friday.  It's an interesting episode with a couple of callers and several different stories.  Have a good weekend!

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live July 17

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live July 17

Chris Adamo Made the News 7/16

Author of the book Rules for Defeating Radicals, Chris Adamo, made the news and he didn't even know it.  I called him to get his reaction to the story about christian TV stars all the sudden supporting not so christian things.  We also discussed why there really are socialists and communists campaigning for high office.

Monday Reload - Counter Terrorism with Joseph Kaufman 7/14

Joseph Kaufman is running for congress in Florida's 23rd District.  He is a counter-terrorism expert and he knows the Crown Prince of Iran.  We had a great discussion about what is actually happening here at home and in the Middle East.

The Guy in the Gordon Suit/U.S. Rep Hageman 7/12

Someone was wearing a Mark Gordon suit at the Ramaco Ribbon Cutting.  What he said was completely different than his usual climate change nonsense.  Rep. Harriet Hageman joins the program to discuss the Big Beautiful Bill and we try to figure out what the Senate Parliamentarian's role actually is.

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live July 10

Shocking Audio from the Management Audit Committee.  State Government Department of Audit Employee calls his job "A JOKE!" This is a must listen to episode!

Mike's Misguided Meanderings 7/9

Many of the Republicans in the Wyoming Legislature want you to believe that the Freedom Caucus passed bills that seriously damaged your liberties.  Teton County Democrat Mike Yin recently wrote an op-ed in the Cow Pie that claims just that.  The only problem is he didn't provide a single example to back up what he was saying.  The truth?  It's exactly the opposite of what he is saying.

Monday Reload - The Wyoming Media on July 5 7/7

Why did the Wyoming Tribune Eagle publish a clearly anti-American op-ed the day after Independence Day?  It's not because they're interested in presenting both sides, that's not their style.  It's because that's the prevailing opinion of their editorial board.  Regardless, the headline on their opinion section the day after Independence Day: We Shouldn't Have Won (The Revolution).

Weekend Update - Where We Were 7/5

We were in a very different place a year ago.  Many of us didn't know if our country would survive.  But things have changed.  This July 5th, it's important to remember so maybe we don't repeat the same mistakes.  The place we should start is with THE Declaration.

Bo Wants Nuclear Waste or You're Too Stupid 7/2

The Wyoming legislature has said no to nuclear waste storage numerous times.  But when Senate President "Bo" Biteman traveled to Florida he said something entirely different.  He wants the radioactive waste.  Cowboy State Politics has obtained exclusive audio of him making all of those comments.

Huge Tracts of Land with Taylor Haynes 6/30

Dr Taylor Haynes joins me to discuss Wyoming's relationship with the federal government.  He had a proposal when he was running for governor to take back Wyoming's land from the federal government.  He says that's the correct avenue and not the one Mike Lee was proposing.

Weekend Update - But They're National Issues 6/28

They Wyoming left and the media constantly claims that the Freedom Caucus only focuses on national issues.  Two of the newest members of the media crowd, Amy Edmonds and Jake from the Cow Pie had to join in.  The problem is, the facts never line up with their rhetoric. 

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live June 26 Rep Tom Kelly

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live June 26 Special Guest Rep Tom Kelly

Confusing Copyright Claims 6/25

Reid Rasner has been sending out cease and desist letters to his detractors for infringing on his copyrights.  He actually claims that his face is copyrighted.  There's one wrinkle though, he's claiming to own the copyright for a logo that is actually owned by someone else.  I told you it's confusing.

Teaser - Confusing Copyright Claims 6/25

Documents obtained by Cowboy State Politics show that failed U.S. Senate candidate Reid Rasner has been sending cease and desist letters to his detractors.  He also claims to own the copyright to a logo already owned by someone else.  With Reid, you just can't make this stuff up!

Morning Reload - Trump, Iran and Dumb Congressmen 6/23

We finally took out Iran's nuclear sites.  Now, the media and congress are up in arms claiming that Trump's actions are unconstitutional.  But are they?  The short answer, no.  Beyond that, it was the right thing to do anyway.

Weekend Update - Who Made the Map? 6/21

The sale of federal public lands has been blowing up in the media and social media.  All the posts refer to a map that supposedly showing where those lands are at.  No one is asking who made the map and if it is at all accurate.  Spoiler, it's not and it was made by some very shady people--one of whom is a radical Democrat in Wyoming.

Bonus: We're Not Selling the Mountain w/ Rep Hageman 6/20

Rep Hageman called in to Open Line Friday today to talk about the land sale in the Big Beautiful Bill.  In short, the land sale is strictly targeted and isn't going to result in your favorite fishing hole being sold.

Replay - Cowboy State Politics Live June 19

Replay of Cowboy State Politics Live June 19.  The Democrats must denounce all of the No Kings Protests.  Trump has the largest spike in wages since 1969.  Who is the Shah of Iran?

Politics, Furry Critters and Being a Democrat in WY 6/18

Boom! 350,000 Downloads!  Democrat Rep Trey Sherwood from Laramie joins me to talk about so-called affordable housing, guns and a whole bunch of other stuff we disagree about.  It's a great conversation.

Teaser - Interview with Rep Trey Sherwood 6/18

Tomorrow, Democrat Rep Trey Sherwood from Laramie joins me to talk about guns in schools, affordable housing and we have a difference of opinion about the Constitution.

Monday Reload - WY's Carbon Capture Deception 6/16

Trump has cancelled $49M project for carbon capture.  It was part of a giant green racket that goes back to 2020 in the Wyoming Legislature.  They actually called it a scheme.  Like all green energy and climate plans, it has nothing to do with the environment.

Weekend Update - Betsy Ross and the Communists 6/14

Did Betsy Ross really design and sew the first American Flag?  Or was it someone else?  The communists--actual communists--are throwing nation-wide protests this weekend.  They want you to believe they're all grassroots.  But it's no more organic than the signs that are professionally printed.