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When did it become acceptable for government officials to use taxpayer-funded workplaces to shape political outcomes?
That question is no longer theoretical.
On January 5, 2026, a meeting was convened by the Twin Falls School District for district employees—held during paid work hours and under institutional authority. The meeting was opened by Superintendent Brady Dickensen, who made the purpose clear:
“I am going to turn the time over to Chairman Smallwood, who requested we have this meeting and he has a short message for you.”
This was not an informal aside.
The meeting was requested, scheduled, and deliberately handed over to a political officeholder.
