Adam Cotterell - Profile and Journalist Details

Beats

Content

Total articles 86

• What It's Like To Be A Mormon Democrat In Idaho

  By Adam Cotterell Verified| Boise State Public Radio Verified Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints make up about a quarter of Idaho’s population, and they’re watching Mitt Romney’s presidential bid on the edge of their seats. It’s the closest a Mormon has come to the presidency. But not all are voting for Romney. Listen to the story A couple things before we go any further. I was raised Mormon. I served a mission for the church and remained active into my mid-twenties. Then about a decade ago I left.

  By Adam Cotterell Verified · Boise State Public Radio

  Sep. 28, 2020

• How Idaho Became A One Party State

  By Adam Cotterell Verified| Boise State Public Radio Verified Whenever people talk about Idaho politics, chances are someone will say something like “Idaho is one of the reddest, if not the reddest state in the country.” Republicans have been the majority party for most of the state’s history, but until relatively recently, Democrats were also very competitive. To find out how Idaho became a one party state, take this stroll down the historic road to red.

  By Adam Cotterell Verified · Boise State Public Radio

  Jul. 09, 2020

• What It's Like To Be A Mormon Democrat In Idaho

  By Adam Cotterell Verified| Boise State Public Radio Verified Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints make up about a quarter of Idaho’s population, and they’re watching Mitt Romney’s presidential bid on the edge of their seats. It’s the closest a Mormon has come to the presidency. But not all are voting for Romney. Listen to the story A couple things before we go any further. I was raised Mormon. I served a mission for the church and remained active into my mid-twenties. Then about a decade ago I left.

  By Adam Cotterell Verified · Boise State Public Radio

  Sep. 28, 2020

As seen in

Company Info

Boise State Public Radio

Boise State Public Radio is a nonprofit public radio network based in Idaho, operating under Boise State University for over 45 years. As Idaho’s leading NPR-member station, it provides a mix of news, cultural programming, and music through more than 30 broadcast signals statewide. The network began in 1976 as a student-run FM station and became an NPR affiliate in 1988, expanding its reach significantly over the years, including a recent expansion to Lewiston and Pocatello. The station produces local journalism, including the weekday public affairs program *Idaho Matters*, and airs national NPR content. It is also known for its classical and jazz music programming, curated by local DJs. Boise State Public Radio offers digital streaming options through its app and smart speakers, along with archival content that highlights its history. The organization is primarily funded by listener donations and local business sponsorships, aiming to engage and empower communities across Idaho.