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Opinion
The Opinion section of Western Montana News is where ideas take center stage. Featuring editorials, columns, op-eds, and letters, this space highlights diverse perspectives on local and national issues. From in-depth analysis to passionate viewpoints, we encourage open and thoughtful discussion.
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The Red Challenge Flag Has Been Thrown
Christian churches across the world must avoid the “queering” of the faith
Military Readiness—Seen Thru the Lens of Army Aviation
The readiness of America’s Military is under internal attack—the recent accidents in Army Aviation, and the response after, is an indicator of what plagues the entire military
A Stranger in a Strange Land
America has turned into a strange, strange land with no moral or ethical compass; where right is wrong, evil is good, and God has been forsaken.
Eyewitness: Montana’s Transurrection
The riot in the Montana House chambers was premeditated, and here is the evidence that made it clear to me.
Truth
No matter how loudly a person claims to be another gender/sex, the truth is they were fearfully and wonderfully made by a loving God the way they were born
Did Kalispell Public Schools Board and Employees Violate Montana Code of Ethics?
Kalispell Education Association Union President Lynne Rider organized KEA union candidate endorsement forum on school property and using school resources
Montana: The New State of Censorship
The legislature’s ban of the TikTok app creates a censorship framework and precedent than can be deployed against any publisher by any administration, Democrat or Republican
God Has a Wonderful Plan for Your Life
“Many are the plans of a man’s heart, but it is the LORD’s purpose that prevails.” —Proverbs 19:21
The Other Side of the Montana Constitution
Montana’s original constitution, adopted in 1889, contained important safeguards against cronyism and excessive taxes, spending, and debt.
What is the Problem with the GOP?
61% of Republican voters do not believe the 2020 Presidential election was valid, but party leadership is still in denial
Former Missoula Councilor Vindicated After “Sleepy Inn” Pandemic Boondoggle
The City of Missoula is attempting to sell the rundown motel originally purposed as a “quarantine shelter” at a $200,000 taxpayer loss
Montana GOP Doubles Down on Blocking New Delegates to State Convention
The new rule from the Montana GOP violates state law and disenfranchises local parties, but MT GOP Executive Director says GOP lawyers okayed it
The Light at the End of the Tunnel is Not In Hoping for Better Government and Politicians
There is a light at the end of the tunnel, it’s We the People
Ravalli County Republicans Buck State GOP, Schedule Convention
The Montana GOP’s new rule on county convention scheduling violates state law, deprives local voices, and is out of order.
Hope
“Biblical hope is certainty concerning the promises of God, it is no guarantee of an earthly life free of pain. It is the promise of an eternal life with God if you belong to him.”