Letters to the Editor
Voices from the community—reader-submitted letters sharing opinions, concerns, and perspectives on local and statewide issues.
Flathead Lake stewardship is a generational responsibility
It’s no accident that Flathead Lake is world class for clarity and water quality. It has been protected over time …
Congress should consider eminent domain for Weyerhaeuser land
The recent sale of 630,000 acres of Montana timberland to Southern Pine Plantations threatens many traditions that we once took for granted. What will happen to the tradition of free public access? As we ponder the…
Daines' bill hurts farmers, ranchers and the future
Once again, CSKT Compact promoter Cory Swanson weighs in with misleading statements (Feb. 2) about the Daines-Tester CSKT Compact. Just because the senator calls it the “Montana Water Rights Protection Act” doesn’t…
Let us join together to discuss divisive and demeaning speech
We address this letter to all people of faith and of good will in our state of Montana. We are at a crucial time in our nation’s history, as well as that of our state, where racial, political and religious division…
Let us join together to discuss divisive and demeaning speech
We address this letter to all people of faith and of good will in our state of Montana. We are at a crucial time in our nation’s history, as well as that of our state, where racial, political and religious division…
Congress should consider eminent domain for Weyerhaeuser land
The recent sale of 630,000 acres of Montana timberland to Southern Pine Plantations threatens many traditions that we once took for granted. What will happen to the tradition of free public access? As we ponder the…
Daines’ bill hurts farmers, ranchers and the future
Once again, CSKT Compact promoter Cory Swanson weighs in with misleading statements (Feb. 2) about the Daines-Tester CSKT Compact. Just because the senator calls it the “Montana Water Rights Protection Act” doesn’t…
Libertarian Party condemns lawmaker’s statements
The Montana Libertarian Party condemns the statements of Republican state Rep. Rodney Garcia, of Billings. His words, coming from an elected legislator during a political event could be construed as an active call …
Letters to the editor Feb. 9
Well readers, more wasted tax dollars on killing mountain goats in the Grand Tetons. Yes, they are eradicating all of them. Why? They are non-native species that is interfering with bighorn sheep habitat. Really? Y…
Letters to the editor Feb. 6
You hear a lot about qualifications and politicians. However, merit never matters when you take the Montana Dodge. That’s the hat-trick, which has been used in…
Letters to the editor Feb. 3
I am concerned about the removal of two members of the County Health Board: Drs. Myerowitz and Miller. We were lucky to have them on the Board influencing rational health decisions. They worked to better the lives …
Letters to the editor Feb. 2
The political atmosphere we find ourselves in over the past few years is too extreme for practically all American any more. I find trying to ask for any kind of civility on practically any topic will bring hyper ri…
Respect the diversity of cultures in Montana
I appreciate the words of Columbia Falls Principal Scott Gaiser in recognizing, “that there is a great deal of work to be done to reestablish your trust and continue a positive relationship with students and staff …
Decision on wild bison wrong for Montana
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Director Martha Williams recently issued the department’s decision on the Environmental Impact Statement that moves wild bison restoration planning forward in Montana. It was an ill…
Access to our lands is under attack
Access to our land is central to our identity as Montanans. And in Northwest Montana, it’s under attack.
Thankful that Sen. Daines sides with irrigators
In water law, the most important thing is getting your water.