DOGE Cuts Hit Idaho, Ten Commandments in Schools, and a Library Victory

Federal job cuts arrived this week, so we’re sorting through what we know and don’t know about how the layoffs will affect Boiseans. Host Lindsay Van Allen is chatting with political scientist Charlie Hunt about what Elon Musk is probably getting wrong about public land workers. Meanwhile, state lawmakers are making moves that could ban Pride flags from government buildings, while trying to force schools to display the Ten Commandments.  If you’re interested in Charlie’s pick of the week, here’s more info on the City of Boise’s Pollinator Posse.  Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you’ll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Learn more about the sponsor of this February 21st episode: Inn at 500 Babbel - Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Reach us at boise@citycast.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices