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.
Blasdel is man of great integrity
Mark Blasdel is absolutely the most qualified choice in Senate District 4. His roots in the Flathead run generations deep, with ties to our traditional industries of agriculture and logging.
Fisher for state Senate
I have had the opportunity to work with Tammi Fisher since she opened her law practice in 2007 and during her term as mayor. Over the past seven years we have worked on a number of issues and in each instance Tammi…
Scott: Why I should be re-elected
Why do I, my family and countless numbers of your fellow citizens firmly believe it is in the best interest of all our Flathead citizens that I be re-elected to protect your best interests through another term of l…
Blasdel for state Senate
As speaker of the House in the last legislative session, Mark Blasdel has provided outstanding leadership and input into addressing critical issues facing Montana as related to budget, water management, education …
Rosendale wrong for this native Montanan
As a native Montanan and veteran, I find myself a little more than irritated by someone who is neither. Matt Rosendale is a Maryland transplant that never served his country. He just so happens to be running for Mo…
Current mayor endorses Fisher
When I took the oath of office as mayor of Kalispell last January, I was in the envious position of inheriting a city in a great position to move into the future due to the dedicated efforts of outgoing Mayor Tammi…
Suggestions for top candidates in GOP primary
With the June 3 primary soon upon us, I continue to receive calls asking for recommendations for whom to vote for. I am impressed with the slate of conservative candidates this year and offer the following suggesti…
Fisher is best SD4 candidate for Kalispell
All too often we remain silent during primary season. We stand back letting the political process run its course. Fear always seems to be the motivator as we do not want to anger a person or party. After all, why s…
Fisher will fight for you and your family
I personally know and have met with both Tammi Fisher and Mark Blasdel. I know in my heart who will be the most effective representative for the residents of Senate District 4.
Vote for Skees for true conservative
Republican primary voters will have a clear choice on June 3. Some candidates, including self-identified Republicans, supported higher government spending in the last legislative session, when they grew state spend…
Ad about values was misleading
I would like to respond to an ad I saw on TV supporting Ryan Zinke regarding Matt Rosendale’s values. The ad implies that since Matt is from Maryland, Matt has Maryland values, not Montana values.
Kudos to Glacier Symphony and Chorale
Anyone who did not attend this past weekend’s performance by The Glacier Symphony and Chorale of “A Sea Symphony” missed something quite extraordinary. It was world class and the entire community can be proud of an…
Salomon in HD93
We support Dan Salomon for House District 93. Although we know and have respect for his opponent, we sincerely believe Dan will produce more positive results for our district.
Vote for Pierson
I am writing in support of the best candidate for Flathead County clerk and recorder. That candidate is Debbie Pierson.
Re-elect Salomon
Dan Salomon listens. As the owner of a successful real estate company, I have had the pleasure to work with Rep. Dan Salomon on local issues. He is the clear choice to represent his district.