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Jim Elliot writes, "The problem with simplifying a political problem so that even an un-super motivated American voter can understand it, is that at some point after the election things have to be explained a little more."

Jim Elliott writes, "In its passion to put together a coalition of virtually every ethnic and social minority in America, the Democratic Party had ignored the very people who had made it great—working people."

Roger Koopman writes, "We fight over government policies and practices, and that’s important. But even more important is understanding the basic philosophies of parties and candidates."

Jim Elliott writes, "Sometimes we run into people who have mental health problems that are difficult for family members or society to deal with. Narcissistic Personality Disorder is one of them."

Milt Policzer writes, "Don't be sad. The next four years may be hell, but there are ways to survive."

Senator-elect Matt Regier, the Kalispell Republican who served as Speaker of the Montana House for the past two years, will serve as the Senate President for the 2025 session.

William Riley writes, "We need to recalibrate our messaging and start listening to those who are getting left behind by far-right policies and develop meaningful action-forward plans to address them."

David Daniels writes, "People are asking what’s left for Democrats following the election. I can answer that question. Democrats still have self-dignity."

George Ochenski writes, "Here in Montana the befuddled and dysfunctional Democratic Party has almost finished the job of marching itself to political extirpation."

It’s the first time since 1911 — when senators were still chosen by state legislatures instead of popular votes — that both Montana senators will be Republicans.