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Cory Allen Heidelberger
Political Columnist
Cory Allen Heidelberger writes the Madville Times political blog. He grew up on the shores of Lake Herman. He studied math and history at SDSU and information systems at DSU, and has taught math, English, speech and French at high schools East and West River.
Raising Legislator Pay
February 18, 2015
S.D. lawmakers are among the lowest paid in the nation. Sound familiar?
The Case Against SB 166
February 4, 2015
Why it weakens South Dakota’s initiative and referendum process.
Primary Problems
January 21, 2015
Will proposed rules make it easier or tougher to get on the ballot?
Defending the Initiative
November 12, 2014
South Dakota voters have spoken in support of a minimum wage increase.
The Leftist’s Guide to Election 2014
October 29, 2014
A Democrat’s defense of the issues and candidates.
The Scandal Evolves
September 17, 2014
Will EB-5 affect the race for South Dakota’s U.S. Senate seat?
Curbside Wisdom
August 20, 2014
Making a case for education equality on South Dakota’s reservations.
More Independent Grief
July 23, 2014
South Dakota's Secretary of State rejects gubernatorial candidate Mike Myers' running mate replacement.
Jonesing For Indies
July 9, 2014
Political independents face unique challenges to getting on South Dakota’s ballot.
When the Governor Decides … And the Levee Breaks
June 25, 2014
How might you have handled the flooding in southeast South Dakota?
Leadership South Dakota
May 28, 2014
A new program hopes to create a fresh crop of movers and shakers.