Kristi Noem, the Governor of South Dakota, has recently been in the spotlight due to a controversial story she shared in her memoir, “No Going Back: The Truth on What’s Wrong with Politics and How We Move America Forward.” The story involves her decision to euthanize her 14-month-old wirehair pointer, Cricket, whom she described as “untrainable” and “aggressive.”
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Noem recounted that Cricket had disrupted a pheasant hunt, killed a neighbor’s chickens, and even attempted to bite her
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. Faced with these challenges, Noem made the difficult decision to put Cricket down, citing South Dakota law that allows owners to euthanize dogs that attack and kill livestock
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. This decision sparked a significant backlash from both sides of the political spectrum, with critics arguing that she should have sought alternative solutions
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The controversy surrounding Cricket’s death has overshadowed Noem’s political career and her potential role as the next Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security under President-elect Donald Trump
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. Noem has defended her decision, emphasizing that it was a necessary measure to ensure the safety of her family and neighbors
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Despite the criticism, Noem remains a prominent figure in American politics
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. She began her political journey in the South Dakota House of Representatives before moving on to Congress, where she served until 2019
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. In 2019, she became the first female governor of South Dakota and was re-elected in 2022 with the largest vote total in the state’s history
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Noem’s political career has been marked by her strong stance on issues such as border security and her opposition to COVID-19 lockdowns
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. She has also been a vocal critic of allowing transgender girls and women to participate in female sports
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. Her memoir, which includes the story of Cricket, has added another layer to her public persona, showcasing her willingness to make tough decisions, even if they are unpopular.
For more information on Kristi Noem and the dog controversy, you can watch this YouTube video.
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time.com
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www.politico.com
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