Have you ever met a person that seems to shine - because they listen, smile, reflect and then actually respond directly to you? Have you been believing respect, being heard, and part of the process in driving together toward a better way to reach and provide opportunities is not readily valued today? Do you believe that best decisions are made by those that live and invest … [Read more...] about Letters: Juanita Vero the authentic Montanan and a good commissioner

Having the Bureau of Land Management responsible for oil and gas leasing on National Forest System lands has always posed an awkward management dilemma for the U.S. Forest Service in administering the natural resources of our National Forests. A proposal by the Trump Administration will make this situation, especially as it relates to fish and wildlife habitat management, … [Read more...] about Voices: Keep the “public” in public lands when making decision on National Forests

As a Vietnam Combat Veteran, I understand that the majority of our population living today may not know a person who has served in the military or is currently serving in the military. Yet Montana has one of the largest military populations, per capita of any State in the United States. This is why, as veterans, it is important for us in the upcoming election to support … [Read more...] about Letters: Sen. Daines fights for veterans and their families

It is hard for me to understand why many politicians are able to abandon principal in order to get re-elected. I know that they want to be re-elected above all else — I understand that. As a legislator I wanted to win re-election, but I like to think I didn’t have to sell my soul to do it. There is something that drives public officials to seek election in the first place, … [Read more...] about Montana Viewpoint: Political bravery then and now

A recent Billings Gazette editorial, “Stapleton Shows Why He Is Unfit for Any Office” is right on target. What it doesn’t say is that his second in command is just as incompetent. Christi Jacobsen has been Corey Stapleton’s Deputy Secretary of State for almost four years. And she is now running to replace him. This is not the person you want in that office, for several … [Read more...] about Voices: Former SOS endorses Bryce Bennett for the post