In the race for the governor of Montana, the Democratic challenger, Ryan Busse, wants a return to greater government transparency and less property tax.
Montanans have higher incomes and they’re more prosperous since Republican Gov. Greg Gianforte took office, he said — but Democratic challenger Ryan Busse said they’re struggling with high property taxes, housing and an out-of-touch governor.
Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte fought off a challenge from the right in his primary Tuesday, defeating Lakeside Republican Rep. Tanner Smith and setting up a matchup with Democratic former firearms executive Ryan Busse.
Many of Busse’s answers reflected his support for the Montana Constitution and its protections for privacy, an equitable education and a clean and healthful environment.
Graybill, a lawyer, has fought and won against abortion bans in cases playing out across Montana, but he said even though the courts have blocked legislation supported by Republican legislators and signed by Republican Gov. Gianforte, the laws still create fear.