The latest addition to Pierre’s Trail of Governors stands out. It’s not because it’s the only statue of a woman. It’s not because it’s the only one accompanied by half a horse. It represents a career of political tumult. A career from which it’s unlikely there’s a chance to bounce back.
Kristi Noem made a career out of overcoming adversity. Her book tour for “No Going Back” went horribly wrong from the start. She was forced to defend her decision to shoot an unruly dog and a smelly goat. She saw it as an example of her ability to make
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