McMorris Rodgers talks trade, energy at Colfax stop

Fifth District Congressional Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers addressed constituents Monday morning at the Public Service Building in Colfax as part of a tour of the district. The main topics revolved around trade and energy with both tied into the Snake River dams.

McMorris Rodgers greeted the audience, which included businessmen, county and port commissioners and area farmers, and said a "battle of ideas is waged every day" in Congress. She noted her work in protecting river systems, increasing rural medical availability and work opportunity for those with disabilities and the low joble...