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.
LETTER: Sticks and stones and attack ads
Sticks and stones may break my bones, but your words cut to the soul of me. I have had to learn to grow thick skin and not let the power of words cut into me because I will not give that power over to those who see…
LETTER: Keith Regier for Senate District 3
Montana needs strong, principled leadership in the Senate, and Keith Regier is the right man for the job.
LETTER: Holmquist puts principle first
Under George Washington’s presidency, Vice President John Adams watched in dismay the beginnings of the formation of political parties. Adams considered what he called the “poison of party” to be the greatest threa…
LETTER: Rep. Hertz needs to 'get out of the way'
As the saying goes, “Lead, follow or get out of the way.”
LETTER: Don 'K' is common-sense conservative
It’s rare that I send a letter to the editor to express my opinion. The elections are upon us, and if you are like me, the thought of picking our future leaders is not easy and is often confusing. One leader that I…
LETTER: 'Truthful' Regier is a superior statesman
I have worked with Rep. Keith Regier for the past four sessions in the Montana Legislature. In today’s world of politics it is hard to find someone like Keith. He is truthful, forthright, honest and dependable. His…
OPINION: For Hillary Clinton and for a better policy on wildlife
During this election year of voter frenzy over human issues it is easy for opinion page writers and editors to forget about the wildlife we share this country and the planet with. Except for the Native American Ind…
OPINION: Mom questions law on dog attacks
I used to think I was a good neighbor. I kept my eyes shut and my ears closed to the four rambunctious dogs that belonged to my backyard neighbor. Every time one of my three children was playing outside, or throwin…
OPINION: Gov. Bullock lacks leadership on infrastructure funding
Recently, Gov. Bullock made a campaign stop in Billings to announce his proposal to spend $200 million to address what he called the “immediate needs of Montana’s communities.”
OPINION: Pay for not using city water? This doesn't make any sense
Imagine this:
LETTER: Please mow lawn in public spaces
Congratulations! “Give Local Flathead” held on May 3 at the old Gateway West Mall was a great celebration of all the organizations that make the Flathead a wonderful place to live.
LETTER: Protect public lands from politicians
If you are an avid outdoors person like me (hunt, fish, hike, camp, etc.) this upcoming primary election is very important. There is a real push to transfer “our” federal public lands to the state. This is a real b…
OPINION: Why didn't defender of Islam address real issues?
Wow, somebody touched a nerve!
LETTER: Zinke: Don 'K' will make great state senator
I’ve known Don “K” Kaltschmidt for a long time as both a leader in the community and as a friend.
LETTER: Vote Keith Regier
We have known Keith Regier as our representative for HD 3 and were always so glad to see his name on the ballot. He may be termed out for the House now, but it’s wonderful that he is running for the Senate. Regier …