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Engen: Raph Graybill is the right person to serve as Montana’s next Attorney General

May 25, 2020
John Engen writes, "(Raph Graybill's) dedication to fighting for Montana long predates the current crisis, when he fought against dark money in campaigns, protected net neutrality and public lands, defended our constitution, and defeated big tobacco.

Voices: Thanks Missoula County for opening our farmers markets
25-05-2020
Julie Peters and Derek Goldman write, "We are grateful to the Health Department, the market managers, the County Commissioners and
Dakota Hileman: We must protect our public lands
25-05-2020
Dakota Hileman writes, "Our public open spaces are what make Montana such a beautiful and gratifying place to live and
Sustainable Missoula: Climate Ready plan just the beginning of needed changes
22-05-2020
Missoula city and county leaders write, "Climate Ready Missoula was developed to build our resiliency in the face of climate
AG candidate Dudik releases plan to unlock Montana’s landlocked public lands
22-05-2020
Kimberly Dudik writes, "I have developed a comprehensive plan to increase access to these public lands as Attorney General. With
Monica Tranel: The PCS has abandoned Montana in favor of monopolies
22-05-2020
PSC candidate Monic Tranel writes, "In the midst of our anxiety about the COVID pandemic, the economy, and our ability
Letters: Montana needs a well-balanced governor and that’s Whitney Williams
22-05-2020
Karen Somerset writes, "(Williams) has successfully combined business savvy with charitable works. She’s a sixth generation Montanan with knowledge of
Voices: Speak out to protect rooftop solar from attack on sensible program
21-05-2020
Andrew Valainis writes, "In April, an anti-renewables group filed a petition with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to try
Letters: A vote for the Whitney-Buzz ticket is a vote for leadership
20-05-2020
Jan Lombardi writes, "Expertise is not just years of experience - it’s also about leadership. Working outside state government is
Letters: Member of State House proud to support Dudik as Attorney General
20-05-2020
Vicki Cocchiarella writes, "Kimberly is a proven champion for our environment and public lands, as well as a long-time advocate
Letters: Raph Graybill is the Attorney General we need in Montana
20-05-2020
Tyler Gernant writes, "Graybill won a landmark victory in court to protect our access to public lands. Graybill also beat
Voices: To protect all Missoulians from this pandemic, consider our jail
19-05-2020
Missoula County officials write, "In the interest of public health and safety, our local justice system has prioritized releasing people
Evan Barrett: Silence of the trees – a willful ignorance of the facts
19-05-2020
Evan Barrett writes, "The numbers cannot be willed away, just as the virus cannot be willed away. Denial does not
Letters: Dudik the champion we need as Montana’s next Attorney General
19-05-2020
Kelli Twoteeth writes, "Kimberly has been a strong, proven advocate of equality in Montana for everyone, including those in the
Montana Viewpoint: The thing about the United States Postal Service and the prez
18-05-2020
There are any number of influential people in Washington who don’t like it and think it should be closed and
Letters: Dudik strong on conservation, sexual abuse and tribal issues
18-05-2020
Deborah Hines writes, "I am supporting Kimberly Dudik for Montana Attorney General because she is a proven champion on protecting
Sustainable Missoula: Creative transportation for a more sustainable future
15-05-2020
COVID-19 has shed new light on many of the challenges communities were already facing - from economic inequality to the
Letters: Schweitzer endorses Whitney Williams for governor
15-05-2020
Brian Schweitzer writes, "Whitney's got the toughness to protect our public lands from rich out-of-staters like Greg Gianforte who want
James Nelson: Dudik will represent Montana’s interests as Attorney General
15-05-2020
James Nelson writes, "Having spent eight years making laws to protect citizens’ rights and make government work for us, Kimberly
Letters: Dudik will lead with focus, environmental justice
15-05-2020
Neva Hassanein and Molly Galusha write, "If history is our guide, Montana clearly needs an Attorney General like Kimberly, with
Letters: Conservation groups challenge killing of Yellowstone grizzlies
14-05-2020
MIke Garrity writes, "No grizzlies should be killed for cows  — especially in the Upper Green River watershed where more
Letters: Whitney Williams is the leader we need in Montana
14-05-2020
Tyler Gernant writes, "Her experience dealing with pandemics on a global scale is unmatched in the Governor’s race. What’s more,
Letters: Raph Graybill the right choice as Montana’s next Attorney General
14-05-2020
Jacob Bachmeier writes, "Graybill stands for our Montana values. He’s beaten the Trump administration and IRS in court, to keep
Letters: Montana at an energy crossroads, and Carlino can lead the way
13-05-2020
Daniel Carlino writes, "The future of our state’s water, air quality, and climate are at stake with these crucial PSC
Hileman: “I will work to legalize recreational marijuana”
13-05-2020
Dakota Hileman writes, "As many people rely on recreational marijuana as medicine for both physical and mental health, alike, I
Letters: Brad Johnson all cowboy hat and boots but empty suit
13-05-2020
Roger Koopman writes, "Brad (Johnson) thinks he will skate through the GOP primary because his name is most recognizable on
Letters: Little sister vouches for Olszewski; “He’s humble and kind”
12-05-2020
Kathy Brandt writes, "I’m biased, but even if Dr. Al Olszewski wasn’t my big brother, what other candidate would buy
Voices: Greg Gianforte, Matt Rosendale have abandoned rural Montana
12-05-2020
Jean Lemire Dahlman writes, "If Gianforte and Rosendale won’t show up for rural Montana when we need it most, they
Voices: Mike Cooney stands up for women’s rights, health care and equity
11-05-2020
Several Montana legislators write, "Mike has an unassailable record of supporting women’s privacy and will protect our right to access equitable
Letters: Let’s stop giving oil and gas control of public lands
08-05-2020
Jamie Wolf and Tony Bynum write, "Our best bet then for protecting wildlife in central Montana is for Congress to
Voices: Recall petition against Stevensville mayor raises serious concerns
08-05-2020
Mark Adams of Stevensville writes, "Stop and think, if every time an elected official made an unpopular decision and all
Voices: Whitney Williams the right choice to lead Montana into the future
08-05-2020
Mike and Patricia Cotter write, "She (Whitney Williams) has a demonstrated ability to bring diverse stakeholders together to accomplish big
Voices: I want a fighter in my corner, and that’s Raph Graybill as AG
07-05-2020
Amanda Curtis writes, "When the Supreme Court wrongly decided Janus, Raph was there to defend our rights to collectively bargain
Voices: Shannon O’Brien a smart choice for the state Legislature
07-05-2020
Bryan von Lossberg writes, "Experience and leadership involving education. We need it in Helena, and with Shannon O’Brien we have
Letters: Missoula needs neighborhood parks and green spaces more than ever
06-05-2020
Skye Borden writes, "Missoula’s open spaces and greenways are a lifeline for us, and they will continue to be in
Voices: Vero has revitalized the Missoula County Board of Commissioners
06-05-2020
Jerry O'Connell writes, "There has rarely been such an easy decision about which candidate to support in an election as
Voices: Commissioner candidate Vero represents the working landscape
06-05-2020
Alicia Vanderheiden writes, "We are all familiar with the adage “if it sounds too good to be true, it probably
COVID-19 and climate change pose similar challenges for Montana
05-05-2020
Cathy Whitlock and Bruce Maxwell write "Delaying our response to climate change will result in massive economic harm, with estimated
Voices: Monica Tranel for Montana PSC
04-05-2020
Klaus von Stutterheim writes, "Monica Tranel is a highly skilled lawyer who specializes in utility law and has practiced in
Sustainable Missoula: New possibility emerging from the pandemic pause
30-04-2020
Katie Deuel and Amy Cilimburg write, "We’re getting a glimpse of what is being called a “global pause” - people
Voices: Montana PSC is key to a greener economic recovery, and Tranel is well suited
30-04-2020
Addressing climate change can push economic recovery forward and lead us to a healthy, resilient future. It will take everyone
Voices: Whitney Williams the right choice as Montana’s new governor
30-04-2020
Sheena Wilson and John Ilgenfritz write, "We’ve known Whitney for many years and followed her career closely. We believe she’d
Voices: Deconstructing private property as a “right”
29-04-2020
Charlie McPherson writes, "Competition for fewer and fewer dwelling units allows owners to charge whatever they please, regardless of ability
Letters: Montana Nurses Association weighs in on ending stay-at-home restrictions
28-04-2020
Vicky Byrd writes," MNA will continue to advocate for citizens to continue to stay home. This is how we have
Voices: Shannon O’Brien for Senate District 46
28-04-2020
Anne Dahl writes, "Shannon is a good leader and is actively involved in many community events and programs. She follows
Letters: Delays in seeking care can maker matters worse
27-04-2020
Providence St. Patrick Hospital writes, "While we are grateful that so many of you are staying home to take care
Montana Viewpoint: Our money or your life?
27-04-2020
Jim Elliott writes, "Believe it or not, economists peg the economic value of a human life at $9.3 million dollars.
Voices: Vote for public lands and true stewards of our natural wonders
24-04-2020
Addison Sessions writes, "For the June 2 primary election, we need to do our homework and cast our votes for
Letters: Medical community must fully reopen as state seeks new normal
24-04-2020
Drs. Mentel and Cutler write, "We need to re-open our entire medical capabilities to attend to ALL the medical needs
Buzz Mattelin: Proud to be Whitney William’s running mate for governor
23-04-2020
Buzz Mattelin writes, "As our economy changes and grows, to tackle new challenges, we need a new generation of leadership,
Voices: Put true conservationists on Montana’s vital Land Board
23-04-2020
Paul Vestal writes, "We have the opportunity to put true conservation champions on Montana’s Land Board and even win a
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