Jim Elliott writes, "Much to the dismay of my family, I became a Democrat. I am proud of that, but I am prouder, still, of those Republican legislators—many of them my friends—who have stood fast for their principles rather than abandon them to avoid conflict and political retaliation."
Michael Hoyt writes "Rather than ignoring environmental realities and devastating public lands, the carpetbaggers in our state government and out-of-state corporations must respect Montana’s Constitution and leave policy making to Montana citizens who genuinely care about protecting the place we live."
As a society we are becoming more aware of the significance of clean air and water, rich soils, healthy foods, and the connection to human and planetary health.
Jim Elliott writes, "When God appeared to Solomon in a dream God offered him anything he wanted. Solomon asked to be given wisdom. He did not ask for power or long life. He asked for the wisdom to do the right thing."
Kylie Gursky writes, "March 8 is International Women’s Day. It is a time to celebrate women's social, economic, cultural, and political achievements and mark a call to action to accelerate women’s equality."
Montana Backcountry Horsemen and Anglers writes, "It would be unwise to unnecessarily eliminate some of the reassurances black bear hunters provide the general public that we’re doing it right."
"As we celebrate women, we also acknowledge our responsibility to ensure every human life is treated with dignity, honor and respect from our first breath to our last."
Zach Brown writes, "Montana can’t afford to lose any more of our senior long term care facilities, and I am grateful that Senator Tester is fighting for this important issue in the U.S. Senate."