A question for the next Idaho Legislature is how much more cutting can the state really stand? At some point, a 21st Century economy will require new investment and new thinking about a 21st Century education system. Good jobs require better schools and a trained workforce. The millions in revenue lost to Internet sales (at a detriment to hometown businesses) or left untaxed due to exemptions may not represent comfortable rocks to look under, but the alternative, if Idaho wants to grow a 21st Century economy, is unsustainable/Marc Johnson, The Johnson Report. More here.

• So what was it that father murdered?/Dennis Mansfield
• We're just like Canada/Free In Idaho!
• Bess Lowther, 1923-2010/Idaho Conservative Blogger
• Otter signs 26 new laws so far this week/Idaho Reporter
• Vaughn Ward to appear on Sean Hannity show/Idaho Politics
• New York Times looks at Boise interchange/Idaho Politics
• Idaho: The session now past/Randy Stapilus, Ridenbaugh Press

Question: Is it time to consider raises taxes in Idaho to support critical services, like public education?