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Politics
Politics shapes our communities, and Western Montana News is here to keep you informed. From local elections to national policy, we cover the issues that matter most to Montana residents. Stay up to date with in-depth reporting, analysis, and commentary on the decisions impacting our state and beyond.
Predicting How America Falls
A nation declines slowly but collapses quickly
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.
Freedom Caucus Stands with Legislature’s Vote to Discipline Rep. Zephyr, Thanks Law Enforcement
The motion to bar Rep. Zooey Zephyr from the Montana House floor passed with 68 votes. All Republicans voted for the motion. All Democrats opposed. The House gallery will also be closed for the remainder of the session. Zephyr will be able to vote by proxy.
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
Montana Legislature Approves Freedom Caucus Censure Demand of Trans Missoula Rep. Zephyr
The House approved the censure after the transgender representative said the legislature would see blood on their hands for banning “sex change” surgeries for minors
Montana Freedom Caucus Demands Censure of Missoula Representative Zephyr
The trans Missoula Rep. said he hoped the next time the Legislature prayed they would see blood on their hands if they banned “sex change” operations on minor children
Freedom Caucus Thwarts Enviro-Socialist Agenda
The defeated bill would have put the government’s thumb on the scale for “hobby project”
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
No More Nuclear Sponges
It’s Time to Rethink How America Postures Its Nuclear Capabilities
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
Montana Citizenship Voting Bill Leaves More Questions Than Answers
As written, HB 402 could lead to digital IDs, insecure citizen data, and sanction non-citizen voting
