Dear Editor, I am an emigrant from Communist China. My grandfather originally came to America as a Chinese coolie laborer in the early 1900s when America was building its transcontinental railroads. The Chinese men worked long hard hours to send their … read more
Dear Editor: In October 1964, Ronald Reagan told us we were approaching a rendezvous with destiny in the November election. He was giving a speech supporting my friend Barry for president. I had just turned read more
Dear Editor: People prefer work to welfare. Brazil and some countries in Africa where work is not available are fighting poverty and unemployment with “UBI,” Universal Basic Income. This is a program of cash transfers to the poor. These transfers result … read more
Dear Editor: I-185 is being touted as a health measure. Raising the price of a pack of cigarettes by $2 will encourage more people to quit smoking and pay for Medicaid expansion, they say. Hospitals are promoting I-185 for more … read more
Dear Editor, I am tired, ad nauseum, of political ads attempting to persuade me that their candidate espouses “Montana Values” or that in order to have “Montana Values” one needs to have been born in Montana. If political lynching and … read more
Dear Editor: Smoke, smoke that cigarette. Does anyone realize that every Marlboro Man died of lung cancer and before they got the job they did not smoke? Well, for those who like continue smoking you would not mind paying $75-$100 … read more
Dear Editor: I am writing in support of Janna Lind for House District 56. Janna earned my support from her dedication to educating our youth while engaging a diverse student body; that diversity mirrors our population. She graduated from high … read more
Dear Editor: I am truly disappointed that the well-known flying sergeant Troy Downing has not endorsed National Guard sergeant Tom Pardy, who is running for Yellowstone County judge. I have listened to Tom Pardy and his opponent Ms. Davies and … read more
Dear Editor, I am thankful that we are past the incredibly hateful confirmation process of Brett Kavanaugh for Associate Justice of the Supreme Court and that the Senate ignored the false accusations and paid protesters by honoring the will of … read more
Dear Editor: We are fortunate to have such a well-qualified candidate in Don Jones running for County Commissioner. I served with Don on the Billings City Council and although we didn’t always agree, I was impressed with his experience and integrity. He … read more
Dear Editor: Jennifer Merecki has a vision for greater quality of life for Montanans. She is motivated by frustration shared by many citizens in Billings regarding broken promises of politicians on both sides of the aisle. After decades of seemingly … read more
Dear Editor: Everyone of those Democrat Senators that sat on the Kavanaugh hearings are what I would call despicable human beings. Feinstein and Blumenthal were the worst in their nauseated and acrimonious statements. From my 50 years of watching and researching … read more
Dear Editor: I have used tobacco products and understand the increased medical costs. However, I-185 does not guarantee the money generated will go to medical costs, also, is suppose to reduce tobacco sales. Let me get this straight: I-185 will tax … read more
Dear Editor: People prefer work to welfare. Brazil and some countries in Africa where work is not available are fighting poverty and unemployment with “UBI,” Universal Basic Income. This is a program of cash transfers to the poor. These transfers result … read more
Dear Editor: Well, “Big Jon” Tester has shown his true colors again as a Liberal Washington Democrat. His planned vote NO on Justice Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court nomination has been bought by the “Dark Money” from the East who want a Socialist … read more
Dear Editor: District 56 has the opportunity to elect a fresh new face to the Montana House of Representatives. Getting to know Janna Lind, we have found her to be a young woman with a passion for Montana and a … read more
Dear Editor: Liberal Democrats concerned that God is too often mentioned here should move to Canada where socialism is well established. There is no need to argue with religious conservatives here in the United States about showing “In God we Trust” … read more
Dear Editor: Bamboozled? Vote no on I-186. The word “bamboozled” isn’t one we use often nor understand anymore. However, if I-186 passes we’ll get a darn good reminder of its proper use. Bamboozled means the use of a ploy, ruse or … read more
Dear Editor: A few years after receiving my medical degree I joined the Libertarian Party in 1980. Most of us who joined at that time had been Barry Goldwater Republicans or Jack Kennedy Democrats. We were trying to form a … read more
Dear Editor: Yellowstone district judge races The 2018 campaign season is nearly complete. I have had the privilege to meet several candidates. From all political parties currently running for public office. I have had the chance to be a candidate, … read more
