According to ND.gov, this was also the motto of the Dakota Territory, the unorganized states of North and South Dakota prior to 1889. Ohio's state motto is "With God, All Things Are Possible ...

"God bless South Dakota." Noem also addressed Rhoden in her final official act as governor, urging her friend and executive ...

who will require approval by the South Dakota Legislature. To Rhoden, Noem wrote in her letter, "As you assume the role of governor, please remember our state motto: 'Under God, the people rule.' ...

"God bless South Dakota." Noem also addressed Rhoden in her final official act as governor, urging her friend and executive partner to "remember our state motto: 'Under God, the People Rule.'" ...