Letters to the Editor
Voices from the community—reader-submitted letters sharing opinions, concerns, and perspectives on local and statewide issues.
OPINION: We aren’t mad enough about PFAS in Montana’s rivers
For many Montanans, rivers and lakes are more than scenic landscapes.
U.S. Constitution is America's greatest creation
It was May 1, 1957, the heart of the Cold War. Troops, tanks and missiles paraded down Red Square in Moscow, a show of military might that continues annually.
Special election letters
First I wish to say I do not vote. My vote has never counted because I’m poor, white, and unfortunately, an American — that’s right, I hate America because of rich politicians who have controlled this world for far…
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I am writing today to express my concern with the Flathead County commissioners’ possible approval of Glacier Park Inc.’s proposed RV park in West Glacier, as is, which has been sent to them by the county planning …
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It’s called “follow the money.”
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Gov. Bullock, please do not sign a bill to tax the owners of hybrid and electric cars. I purchased my first Prius 17 years ago for the following reasons: 1) to…
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When did it become OK to “dis” a person who, as a young man, started with nothing and went on to create multi-million dollar technology businesses that eventua…
Working together for solutions on public lands
Working together locally counteracts the divisiveness that is splintering our nation and communities. Too many Americans are allowing pride, principles and politics to distract from the reality that we actually hav…
Stand up to bullies who try to halt free speech
All who cherish free expression, especially on campuses, must combat the growing zeal for censorship.
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So even though our Helena legislators ignored the wisdom and experience of our county election administrators, you can still vote without going to the polls May 25.
Breaking down barriers to fair housing
There’s no better place to live, work, and play than Montana. Building a successful life here starts with having an affordable and accessible place to call home. Still, for many Montanans finding a stable home can …
Election selection
Rob Quist supports American workers, for more jobs and higher pay. In the last election, the Democrats proposed to create 10 million jobs through an infrastruc…
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Greg Gianforte has complained that when we campaigned for governor, he was subjected to a lot of false claims and innuendos. Now in his present campaign for Co…
Special election mailbag
One of the many things that made going to Bigfork High School in the early 1960s so enjoyable was the presence of a living Montana legend just across the fence…
Innovation should plant seeds across all industries
We rely on innovation to change our lives, but we tend to think about what it means for phones or the internet, not farmland.
Judicial activism and politics have made a mess of the courts
There should come a point in time when America should stand up and say, “Enough is enough” and remove immediately these judges who sit on various courts and have a political agenda. It is also time to place term li…