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fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

A surprise resignation could open the door for an independent to win a Montana Senate seat

Montana's political landscape is influenced by local traditions, economic concerns, and a shift towards independent candidates amidst disillusionment with party politics.
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fromHigh Country News
2 weeks ago

Montana's wild week in politics could have national consequences - High Country News

Two Montana Republican incumbents unexpectedly withdrew from reelection races days before the filing deadline, opening half the state's congressional seats and potentially shifting the political landscape in Democrats' favor.
fromLGBTQ Nation
9 months ago

Montana GOP angered after city outsmarts their new statewide Pride flag ban - LGBTQ Nation

The law allegedly restricts any flags that 'represent a political party, race, sexual orientation, gender, or political ideology' from being flown on government property and public schools. However, the law has exceptions for the flying of the Confederate flag - a racist banner that shows support for owning Black slaves - as well as for the 'official' flags of 'any county, municipality, special district, or other political subdivision within the state.'
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Republican Ryan Zinke to step down as US congressman

Ryan Zinke, Montana Republican and former Interior Secretary, will not seek re-election to the House due to military-related health issues requiring ongoing medical treatment and recovery time.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Former Trump Cabinet Member Joins Line of Congressional Republicans Heading for the Exits

Rep. Ryan Zinke announced he will not seek re-election, citing recent military-related surgeries and health recovery needs requiring his attention.
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fromThe Nation
5 months ago

Will the Democratic Party Keep Learning the Wrong Lessons?

Jon Tester's campaign claimed Montanan populism while relying on out-of-state staff and staged events, revealing a disconnect that requires a different 2025 approach.
fromThe Nation
7 months ago

Montana Doesn't Need Any More Rural Ghost Towns, but That's What Republicans Voted For

Across the country, rural hospitals will close, and the empty towns will mirror the quiet halls where doctors and nurses once rushed to heal.
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