Letters
Editor, April is Alcohol Responsibility Month. As the weather begins to get warmer, it’s a great time for Montana families to start conversations about alcohol at home to prevent underage drinking. As the father of two adult children, I know firsthand that kids grow up fast. I also know it is critical parents are aware of risky behaviors. For some, discussing the dangers of underage drinking may have taken a backseat, but the conversations need to happen. Not only is underage drinking illegal, but it can have adverse effects on the developing brain. Kids need to know the facts about why they should say “No,” so when the time comes, they are prepared to do so and that...
Editor, Montana Senator Greg Hertz is presenting a bill on Friday (SB 566) that is an unabashed attempt to electioneer the next US Senate race at the cost of Montana Libertarians and our ability to maintain ballot access. The bill changes the Senate race to a top two primary where all candidates compete a...
Editor, The Inflation Reduction Act has upped our debt over seven trillion. Senator Tester actually voted for this. It has increased inflation as have the other trillions poured into the US by the Biden Admin. Tester meets, greets, and talks but doesn’t really commit to anything. I want to know why ...
Editor, We’d like to thank everyone who helped make our March 10 Mission Valley Ice Arena Fundraiser at Glacier Brewery such a success. Donors from throughout our Mission Valley came forward with wonderful items for our silent auction – from individuals with handmade art and crafts, to comm...
Editor, Our nation’s Republican party is presently dangerously divided. This threatens our democracy. The evidence is clear. Our world is presently undergoing tremendous stresses. We are dealing with viral pandemics, the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and the ramping up of fear and anger. Add...
Editor, For those whose only outside world news comes from Fox or OAM they should be happy to hear that Montana’s students testing level came out at close to the 25% competency level in both reading and math ability. This should pretty well insure, as they grow, they will follow what they ...
Editor, Our nation’s Republican Party is presently dangerously divided. This threatens our democracy. The evidence is clearly evident. Our world is presently undergoing tremendous stresses. We are dealing with viral pandemics, the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and the ramping up of fear and anger....
Editor, Montana’s Constitution has served us well for over 50 years. It is one of the reasons we have the amazing state that we and our families are blessed to enjoy. Our 1972 Constitution is very special in that it guarantees the citizens of Montana 17 more rights than our US Constitution, includin...
Editor, Regarding Montana State Senator Jason Ellsworth’s op-ed in the Valley Journal of Feb. 22. First of all, with regards to his statement regarding “Joe Biden’s inflation,” this is ignorant. A lot of things totally outside of the president’s control contribute to inflatio...
Editor, How many Montana people know that $2+ Million came into Montana Counties to help sway the 2022 election? And how many know that Montana is riddled with voter fraud? Even Montana. And our GOP and DNC are both to blame. They just “yawn” and let it go. And look at the mess this country is...
