Rob Port

A Minnesota school board has banned Pride flags and other supposedly political displays under the guise of getting politics out of the classroom. But is that even something we want?

What is portrayed as an effort to inform and lead the public on a contentious issue looks more like rank opportunism under scrutiny.

There aren't any good choices in this boondoggle. Cutting our losses, as expensive as that will be, might be the best one.

It's not hard to understand why President Donald Trump — one of the most venal and self-serving people to ever hold public office — would lie and scheme. But what's in it for Burgum?

"Those suggesting that a special session of the legislature to address the drug isn't necessary are being foolish," Rob Port writes.

On this Plain Talk, tax exemptions, AI-driven populism and Haley DeGreve from the Gray Matters Collective talks about her efforts to train the public on how to deal with mental health emergencies.

North Dakota's gambling laws are badly in need of reform.

On this Plain Talk, the American Kratom Association says North Dakota should ban synthetic kratom but only regulate the natural variety. Also, more controversy from Rep. Desiree Morton.

State Sen. Jeff Magrum plans to introduce the resolution seeking presidential clemency for murderous extremist Gordon Kahl's son and an associate who were accomplices in his crimes.

Who in a position of leadership around this project is going to be held accountable for putting the taxpayers in this position?