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Rep. Dusty Johnson Honors South Dakota Veterans on Veterans Day – OPINION

This Veterans Day, Rep. Dusty Johnson honors the more than 60,000 veterans in South Dakota who have served from World War II to today. Johnson has recognized over 1,270 Vietnam-era veterans in commemorative ceremonies across the state, including 37 veterans in Sioux Falls recently.

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OPINION – Senate Majority Leader John Thune Criticizes Democratic Caucus for Far-Left Influence

Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) said Democrats are letting their far-left members dictate policy, blocking compromise on government funding and key initiatives.

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Letter: Hungry Families Shouldn’t Be a Political Bargaining Chip – OPINION

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