Todd Epp
Todd Epp is a practicing attorney, freelance writer, Progressive political activist, and former broadcast journalist. BA, history/English, Washburn U.; JD, Washburn U. Law School; LLM U. of Houston Law Center. Blogger, http://thunewatch.squarespace.com
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Top Ten Not so Serious New Years ResolutionsWe'll all get plenty of serious suggested New Years resolutions for 2009. What we all need instead are fool-proof and silly resolutions that if broken, won't matter much. Other resolutions are good for you. So follow them!
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Top Farm Official Warns of a McCain PresidencyThe head of one of America's largest farm organizations warned that Sen. John McCain is not farmer or alternative energy friendly.
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How to Keep Your Company Party from Turning Deadly (Boring, that Is)Company holiday parties can be an enormous bore--and that's for the works who actually work there, let alone the poor suffering spouses and significant others. But with a little creativity, your next office party can actually be fun. -
In South Dakota, Columbus Day is Native American DayNearly 20 years ago, South Dakota stopped celebrating Columbus Day and started celebrating Native American Day instead. While reconciliation efforts have slowed, the day still offers hope and justice for America's first people in South Dakota. -
When Celebrities Cry, Should We Believe?When celebrities like Terrell Owens or Hillary Clinton cry in public, is it real or fake? Can any of us ever really know for sure?
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NYC's Mayo Mike Bloomberg: Domain Name Squasher?New York City Mayor Mike Bloomberg has changed his registration from Republican to Independent. Some think it's a prelude to a run for President. Based on my client's experience over a domain name dispute, if he says he's for "the little guy," watch out. -
Coal or Crude?: What Will South Dakota Gorilla Project "Eat"?A massive but secret economic development project in extreme southeast South Dakota code-named "Gorilla" has much speculation. Some think it is a huge refinery; others, a coal plant of some sort. This article looks at both possibilities. -
S.D. Attorney General Throws Decent Office Equipment in DumpsterMay 31, 2007, S.D. Department of Corrections prisoners were in a detail hauling old office equipment from the state attorney general's office in Sioux Falls to a large dumpster. -
Landowner Discusses Hardball Tactics Being Used in South Dakota "Gorilla" ProjectWhile South Dakota's governor and economic development officials remain mum about the so-called "Gorilla" project that could end up employing thousands and changing the character of a rural county, realtors playhard ball with acreage owners in project's path. -
Possible South Dakota Economic Development Project Example of Closed GovernmentThe "Gorilla" project is a possible large-scale economic development venture in Union County, S.D. just north of Sioux City, IA. The project could employ thousands of people, but so far, no one knows what it is. This is typical economic development secrecy in S.D.
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Tilden, Nebraska Continues Tradition of Honoring Their Civil War VeteransWhile we concentrate on honoring the veterans of our most recent wars this Memorial Day, one small Nebraska community has not forgotten the important role Civil War veterans played in its development. -
In China, They Don't Mess Around with Corruption--or IneptitudeA Chinese court's death sentence for the head of the Chinese FDA for allowing tainted food and drugs speaks volumes about how China handles corruption and ineptitude and how the U.S. does. Imagine what that Chinese court could do with the Bush Administration? -
Rep. Ted Klaudt (R-SD) Charged with Raping his Foster Daughters and Legislative PagesFormer S.D. Republican state representative Ted Klaudt, a leader in banning abortions in the state last year, is up on multiple rape counts. His apparent obsession with his foster daughter's eggs underscores the extreme Right's obsession with the commercialization of wombs. -
Reporter Recounts Jerry Falwell InterviewAs a young TV reporter, I went head to head with Rev. Jerry Falwell, head of the Moral Majority, who was probably at the height of his political power. This is my story in light of his death today. -
When Super Bowls Were Truly "Super"As noted in the recently completed NFL draft, Americans love the NFL. But back in "The Day," things were a little simpler but in some way, the Super Bowl was more super, when rival leagues played each other. When the Chiefs defeated the Vikings, pro football changed. -
Is Local TV News Going to One Source Coverage?The local TV news leader in South Dakota has gone to a disturbing trend of only using one source stories--only talking to one person on issues of public policy and importance. Is this good journalism? Is it happening in your locality? -
An Interview with Republican Journalist, Political Operative, and Gay Porn Star, Jeff GannonIn 2005, Jeff Gannon was hot. He worked as journalist for a Republican front news agency. He was getting soft passes to the White House press room. He played a major role in unseating S.D. U.S. Senator Tom Daschle. He was also accused of being a male escort. -
Celebrate Earth Day by Reading Your Newspaper OnlineWe all want to be better stewards of the earth. Earth Day is an opportunity to change our habits--like not reading paper newspapers and reading them online instead. -
In Search of Baseball Hall of Famer Richie AshburnFormer Philadelphia Philly and Hall of Famer hails from Tilden, Nebraska. We share a family connection. -
A Long Delayed Memorial Day in Tilden, Nebraska Honoring The Families of Fallen VeteransAfter nearly 30 years, a man and his young son returns to his grandparents' graves in a small Nebraska town. -
Yankton, SD: Retaining a Sense of PlaceReturning to Yankton, SD with your young son after years away brings back memories--and a sense of place. -
A Practicing Trial Lawyer's Perspective: Why GonzalesGate is so ImporantA practicing trial lawyer comments on the legal reasons why the firing of 8 US Attorneys is so important.
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Mamie Van Doren: Blonde Bombshell Starlet Still Going StrongIn the 1950s and 60s, South Dakota native Mamie Van Doren was one of several blonde bombshells who appeared in movies. While admired for her beauty and sex appeal, Ms Van Doren was also tough and lived life on her own terms in Hollywood. -
Legal Tips for Committed GLBT CouplesAn attorney discusses some ways that committed GLBT couples can replicate many of the advantages and protections of marriage, even after the passage of anti-gay marriage state constitutional amendments last fall.
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University of South Dakota Legend "Doc" Farber Who Mentored Tom Brokaw, Al Neuharth, U.S. Senators Dies at Age 96Dr. William O. Farber, one of the most influential citizens in South Dakota history and mentor to famous broadcasters and U.S. Senators, died March 23, 2007 at the age of 96. -
Secretary of S.D. State Democratic Party ResignsBarb Himmel-Roberts, elected in January 2007 as S.D. Democratic Party secretary, has resigned. -
South Dakota, Other States Must Reconsider Dates of Presidential Primaries to Remain RelevantWith California moving up its Presidential Primary to February 5th, 2008, states that continue to have late primaries will be left out of the selection process. -
Brazilian Ethanol Soon to Threaten American Producers?Brazilian President outlines importance of ethanol to balance trade with Developed Countries.