Government and Politics
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South Dakota clashes with Minnesota on clean energy, coal plant closures
As gas and electric companies transition away from fossil fuels, South Dakota officials stress reliability of resources in extreme weather.
Hand counting errors muddle post-election audit in McPherson County
Debate over counting votes by hand or machine finds a proving ground in McPherson County, on the state’s northeast edge bordering North Dakota.
Lawsuit over abortion amendment challenged in federal court
Court fight comes after statewide poll showed majority support among South Dakotans for Constitutional Amendment G on Nov. 5 ballot.
Poll: Most South Dakota voters oppose recreational marijuana measure
The rate of opposition is consistent with a similar measure’s defeat in the 2022 election. But the level of support has dropped.
Poll: Majority of South Dakotans want new system for primary elections
Amendment H would establish “top-two” primaries for governor, Congress and state legislative and county races rather than political parties conducting separate primary contests.
Poll shows support for grocery tax repeal, but critics warn of budget crunch
Opponents say Initiated Measure 28 could prevent state from collecting tax on “consumable” items such as tobacco, toothpaste and toilet paper, which could prompt an income tax.
Key takeaways from South Dakota primary: Low turnout, high Republican drama
"There's an argument to make that we see low turnout for these primaries because so many voters have little or nothing to vote for."