Ten years after the Supreme Court ruled that states did not have to expand Medicaid, the politics are changing in states like South Dakota, where rural hospitals and nursing homes are struggling.
Tag: South Dakota
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South Dakota’s Derecho Brings Green Sky and Strong Winds
Meteorologists recorded winds of up to 99 miles per hour in parts of the state, with minor damage reported.
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South Dakota Attorney General Is Convicted in Impeachment Trial
Jason Ravnsborg, who killed a man with his car in 2020, was removed from office after the State Senate voted to convict him. He was impeached by the House in April.
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How South Dakota Voters Won a Power Struggle With G.O.P. Legislators
The state roundly rejected a proposal, meant to block Medicaid expansion, that would have reduced voters’ ability to direct policy. It was just the latest clash between voters and state legislatures.
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Four Names to Keep an Eye On in Tuesday’s Elections
In California, two House Republicans face tough primaries, and Los Angeles voters could elevate a conservative billionaire to lead the city. In South Dakota, a congressman faces a right-wing challenge.