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EPISODE · Aug 19, 2025 · 43 MIN

Mike Simpson: Farm Kid To Congressman

from Dirt Road Discussions · host Idaho Farm Bureau Federation

Send us Fan MailMike Simpson noticed in the newspaper one day that only one person was running for two seats on the city council, so after talking to his wife, he decided to try politics for the first time. Unfortunately, a few others also noticed, and he had his first race. Turns out, he was elected to the city council by only 8 votes. Who knew that this young man would later become Idaho's Speaker of the House and a future U.S. Congressman for the 2nd District of Idaho?Mike (as he asked us to call him) shares his story of growing up on a farm, becoming a dentist, and eventually a full-time politician. He also shares his thoughts on current issues such as farm labor, grizzly management, and water storage.

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Send us Fan Mail Mike Simpson noticed in the newspaper one day that only one person was running for two seats on the city council, so after talking to his wife, he decided to try politics for the first time. Unfortunately, a few others also noticed, and he had his first race. Turns out, he was elected to the city council by only 8 votes. Who knew that this young man would later become Idaho's Speaker of the House and a future U.S. Congressman for the 2nd District of Idaho? Mike (as he asked ...

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