Letters to the Editor
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The Mansfield Way: Unwavering belief in the American people
“Before all else, the people have a right to an electoral system free of shenanigans and capable of yielding hones…
We are part of the web of life
Biodiversity is simply the web of life that includes us. Montana lists over 300 species at risk or potentially at risk. That is evidence that the global biodiv…
Plodding old geezer vs. dangerous old sleazer
Having lost an election, I know it hurts to lose. I know, too, that there is a good life beyond losing because I’ve been living it for the past 20 years.
Supreme Court Justices not modeling "good Behavior"
Historically, Supreme Court Justices have lifetime appointments. For some, it’s to create mayhem and flaunt ethical standards. This life-long appointment interpretation is not supported by the Constitution.
Redistricting strategy may backfire on Democrats
With Primary Election Day rapidly approaching, we will soon start to see the impacts of the legislative districts map drawn by Democrats.
Governor, director dismantling FWP
If there is one thing every business owner, rancher and manager agrees on, it’s that if you don’t have good people, you don’t have much.
Shining example of customer service
Customer service is so very important these days and we have in our community a shining example of service. Ms. Carolyn Cole of Mann Mortgage went above and beyond for me today when I walked into her office begging…
Honoring the true patriots
“How important it is for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes.” (Maya Angelou)
Montana’s 50+ voters hold the key
Montanans are considering who to vote for in the upcoming primary election on June 4 – and the candidates are doing everything they can to try to earn those votes. One fact should be top of mind: voters 50-plus dec…
Legislators support of Montana Great Outdoors Project
As Republican legislators representing Northwest Montana and the western edge of our state, we write to express our full support for the Montana Great Outdoors Project.
Walmart and the PSC: Not political?
Recently while collecting signatures for Public Service Commission (PSC) District 4, I was informed by the Walmart store manager that they have a policy of not allowing any political activity on their property. The…
Commissioners answer “hard questions” posed last week
In last week’s edition of the Leader, Jean Vincent of Polson urged residents to ask some “hard questions” of the present County Commissioners related to how business is being conducted. We welcome questions and wou…
Politics ... as usual
The furor over immigration is an issue that won’t go away – can’t go away – because once it does it will no longer provide political ammunition for Republicans to use against the Democratic Party.
Why does the library need a coffee shop?
The newly remodeled Polson Library is open! In case you missed it, a coffee shop has been added – complete with sidewalk access (never mind the existing coffee kiosk across the street).
Sheriff vows to continue responding to "crime and disorder"
As you may be aware, we are on the eve of Lake County withdrawing its consent to bear the costs of Public Law 280, a law which provides that the State, and therefore my Office, have jurisdiction over Tribal members…
Letters to the Editor
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