Vintage stories about state political figures

Over the years, a person in my line of work has heard hundreds of stories from politicians.  A great many of them are funny and memorable.

Recently in Laramie, several such stories were told from the same podium and I would like to share them with you.

At the salute to the state’s 125th anniversary of statehood event, some people with political backgrounds shared several good stories.

Milward Simpson is director of the state’s Arts, Parks and Cultural Resources Department.  He is also the namesake of his grandfather, Milward Simpson, who served as governor and U. S. Senator back in th...