speeches & Columns
A Shared Challenge – with Communities Leading the Way
April 25, 2025
In South Dakota, we value personal responsibility, strong families, and local control.
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A Prayer for Our State and Nation
April 18, 2025
We're at the Easter holiday. It's a great holiday to celebrate traditions with family and loved ones.
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The Dakotas: North and South
April 12, 2025
We have a friendly rivalry with our neighbors to the north in North Dakota.
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Real Property Tax Relief
April 4, 2025
Now that the legislative session is in the rearview mirror, I'm focused on looking forward and unlocking new opportunities for South Dakota.
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Bridging Our State
March 28, 2025
We recently cut the ribbon on the new Lt. Commander John C. Waldron Bridge over the Missouri River between Pierre and Ft. Pierre.
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Rhoden RhoundUp
March 21, 2025
One of my favorite parts of serving the people of South Dakota is visiting communities around the state.
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A Historic Session – and a Path Forward
March 14, 2025
We just wrapped up the 2025 legislative session – our 100th in South Dakota's history. It's been quite a ride.
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Protecting Property Rights
March 7, 2025
I am no stranger to discussions about eminent domain and property rights. I've fought for private property rights in this Capitol for over 20 years.
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It Is Time to Reset
February 28, 2025
Living on a ranch, I've never had much time for technology. I've always preferred riding a horse over online entertainment, and at work, I stick to the traditional pen-and-paper approach.
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Crossing Over
February 21, 2025
Milestones are an important part of any process. They're a good opportunity to reflect on where we've come from, assess where we are, and look ahead to what comes next.
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Open for Opportunity
February 14, 2025
Just a few days ago, I was formally inaugurated as Governor at the South Dakota State Capitol.
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Keeping South Dakota Safe
February 7, 2025
I’ve now been Governor of South Dakota for about 2 weeks. We finally have bills reaching my desk. I just signed my first bill as Governor, Senate Bill 7, which bans Sanctuary Cities in South Dakota.
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Let Me Introduce Myself
January 31, 2025
This past week, I started out in a new job. After six years serving as your lieutenant governor, I had the opportunity to shorten my title. I’d like to take some time to share some things you might not know about me.
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South Dakota's Grit and Hospitality
January 24, 2025
In 1925, a group of leaders had a vision. They wanted to create something in South Dakota so grand it would draw visitors from all over the world.
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Ring in the New Year
December 27, 2024
New Year's means looking ahead. Growing up on my family ranch, we always looked forward to a long year of hard work. After all, calving season wasn't too far in the future.
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