Opinion

Many are working to address the Digital Divide

Nowhere is the lack of broadband Internet more pervasive than on our nation’s Indian reservations. According to the latest statistics from the Federal Communications Commission, only 49 percent of Montanans

Outdoor access, precious to all Montanans

I’d like to invite you to join the Montana Outdoor Heritage Project. Outdoor access is something so many of us enjoy, value and maybe even take for granted. The Heritage

Let’s keep the Montana House of Representatives a Constitutional Republic

There has been some discussion about lowering the standards for Montana House rules from super majorities to simple 51 percent majorities for the upcoming 66th legislative session, all in the

APR not intended to replace cattle ranching

Dear Editor, Central Montana is known as a vast semi-arid prairie, rich in wildlife and plant life. Prior to the coming of European settlers, the bison was the dominant species.

Among my biggest disappointments in politics

The other day, a friend asked what surprised me most about politics. This may seem strange, but I’d never really thought about the question. My response was off-the-cuff but heartfelt.

The true nature of the wild bison coalition

This is in reply to Dr. Jim Bailey’s response to my recent opinion piece wherein I expressed my concern about the nature and purpose of the Wild Bison Restoration Coalition.

New trade agreement a win for Montana agriculture

The Montana Farm Bureau applauds the Nov. 30 signing of the United States-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement. “I think this new U.S. Mexico Canada trade agreement is great. It’s a win for

National Newspaper Association responds to report on U.S. Postal Service

The Department of Treasury released a report on Dec. 5, directed by President Trump, on reform of the U.S. Postal Service. The following is the response of National Newspaper Association

Contracts let for new fire support air tankers

From Senator Steve Daines’ Office U.S. Senator Steve Daines and Congressman Greg Gianforte applaud the U.S. Forest Service’s release of the Request for Proposals for “Next Generation 3.0” contracts for

Study APR carefully before donating

Dear Editor, “Us versus them” letters about the American Prairie Reserve provide little useful information. If you’re considering donating to APR, please study the issue for yourself. I did, and

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