Label: A word or phrase that describes or defines something or someone. – Merriam Webster Dictionary Little wonder that former congressional candidate Rick Weiland is pushing hard for the removal of party labels in important South Dakota elections. The state is...
Dignity – A way of appearing or behaving that suggests seriousness or self-control. The quality of being worthy of honor or self-respect. – Merriam Webster Dictionary She stands tall overlooking the Missouri River valley at Chamberlain, and just about everyone...
Enhance: heighten, increase; especially: to increase or improve in value, quality, desirability, or attractiveness. – Merriam Webster Dictionary If your child was suffering from a dreaded disease, should there be any medicine or procedure off limits to save him...
Euphemism: The substitution of an inoffensive term for one considered offensively explicit. – American Heritage Dictionary, New College Edition Jill Stein is not yet a household name in America, though one recent poll places her as the choice of 2 percent of...
Consolidation: To join or combine together into one thing; to make something, such as a position of power or control, stronger or more secure. – Merriam Webster Dictionary In 2014 and 2015, a rarity was noted among South Dakota schools: There were no consolidations....
Philanthropist: A wealthy person who gives money and time to help make life better for other people. – Merriam Webster Dictionary The definition of philanthropist could easily be shortened to two words: Earl Nordby. Earl’s name is on the building, as they say,...
