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Zinke, Daines finally do right thing

March 10, 2026 by Guest Post 1 Comment

by Mark Van Loon, Hamilton

Montana is looong overdue to have representation at the federal level that is aligned and attuned to the people of Montana. These millionaires haven’t done anything to help the people of this state but they’re always first in line for the photo shoot about a program that the people want and need, even if they voted against it – which they usually did.

The good news is that we have several people in both races that will truly represent the overwhelming majority of Montanans. Don’t pay attention to the letter after their name. Listen to what they have to say without any preconceived notions. I bet you might be surprised.

Montanans have always been rational and reasonable. Most of us know what works and what doesn’t. Most of us aren’t really fooled by the political promises although we’re often disappointed by what actually happens. Zinke and Daines have repeatedly voted against not only the best interests, but the interest in general of everyday Montanans. They have consistently supported the billionaire Epstein class at the expense of the rest of us. We have a chance to fix this.

Please make an effort to hear in person the candidates for these offices. Please approach it with an open mind. Think about yourself and your neighbors and your community and choose who listens to you, respectfully, and who will best represent you, your community, Montana. The primaries are in early June, closer than you think.

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  1. Cav says

    March 11, 2026 at 9:26 AM

    Name ONE thing Democrats do that is in the best interest of Montanans?
    High Crime and Protecting Criminals?
    Letting unvetted Illegal aliens into our state?
    Robbing us of hard earned money through tax increases that go in their pockets?
    Allowing dudes to play in girls sports?

    I could go on all day. Their policies suck

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