Opinion

by John Burris -

Trusting the decision maker is Key

Editor’s note: John Burris is a former member of the Arkansas Legislature. Opinions, commentary and other essays posted in this space are wholly the view of the author(s). They may…

by Eric Baker -

Madison predicted Trump

guest commentary by Dr. Eric Baker Editor’s note: Dr. Eric Baker joined the UAFS faculty in 2008 and has a doctorate in political science from the University of Florida. Opinions,…

by Williams Yamkam -

The path to GOP chaos in Cleveland

guest commentary by Dr. Williams Yamkam Editor’s note: Dr. Williams Yamkam is an assistant professor of Political Science at the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith. Opinions, commentary and other…

by Sarah Huckabee Sanders -

The middle finger election

Editor’s note: Sarah Huckabee Sanders is a GOP consultant currently serving as senior advisor to Donald Trump for President. She has managed state and national campaigns, including the Huckabee for…

by Roby Brock -

Asa’s solid second half

The governor loves a good game of basketball and the sport provides an appropriate metaphor for his legislative week that included the special session on Arkansas Works. Early in the…

by Roby Brock -

A better way to choose our judges

A state legislative panel is eyeing a potential constitutional referral to change the way Arkansas selects appellate judges, but judicial elections don’t need an overhaul. They need a makeover and…

by Justin Allen -

Shedding some light on ‘dark’ money

Editor’s note: Justin Allen is a partner with the Little Rock-based law firm of Wright Lindsey Jennings. He leads the firm’s governmental relations group. Opinions, commentary and other essays posted…