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Where did all the fiscal conservatives go?
In 2022, the people of Montana elected Republican supermajorities to both chambers of the Montana Legislature. Even though the people of Montana elected large majorities of Republicans, the Republicans elected to the Legislature did not always act like conservatives. Instead, many Republicans participated in a spending spree, trying to spend as much money as possible. With so many Republicans in the 2023 Legislature, the real question is where did all the fiscal conservatives go?
Guest column: Where did all the fiscal conservatives go?
In 2022, the people of Montana elected Republican supermajorities to both chambers of the Montana Legislature. Even though the people of Montana elected large majorities of Republicans, the Republicans elected to the Legislature did not always act like conservatives. Instead, many Republicans participated in a spending spree, trying to spend as much money as possible. With so many Republicans in the 2023 Legislature, the real question is where did all the fiscal conservatives go?
Where Did All the Fiscal Conservatives Go?
In 2022, the people of Montana elected Republican supermajorities to both chambers of the Montana Legislature. Even though the people of Montana elected large majorities of Republicans, the Republicans elected to the Legislature did not always act like conservatives. Instead, many Republicans participated in a spending spree, trying to spend as much money as possible. With so many Republicans in the 2023 Legislature, the real question is where did all the fiscal conservatives go?
Montanans Deserve Transparency
Opinion | Guest Column We urge Gov. Bullock to change course immediately on the budget by reducing spending By Scott Sales and Greg Hertz // Jul 16, 2020 We recently met with Gov. Steve Bullock and the two minority leaders of the Montana Legislature to discuss Montana’s failing economy and budget issues due to the governor’s closures.
Bullock needs to change course on the budget
by Greg Hertz & Scott Sales | July 3, 2020 3:44 PM We recently met with Governor Bullock and the two minority leaders of the Montana Legislature to discuss Montana’s failing economy and budget issues due to the Governor’s closures.
Bullock needs to change course on the budget
by Greg Hertz & Scott Sales | June 28, 2020 2:46 PM We recently met with Governor Bullock and the two minority leaders of the Montana Legislature to discuss Montana’s failing economy and budget issues due to the Governor’s closures.
Energy bill protects Montana, keeps prices low
Every Montana legislative session has at least one “Colstrip Bill” that is surrounded by controversy. The 2019 session is no different. The narrative regarding SB 331, the Montana Energy Security Act (MESA), has been inaccurately skewed by groups who are ideologically opposed to the use of fossil fuels, even though they know Montana’s energy needs cannot be met by alternative sources.
Is Medicaid Expansion Affordable?
Opinion | Guest Column And even it was affordable, is it best to give something for nothing? By Scott Sales // Mar 20, 2019 Over the next few months Montanans will debate Medicaid expansion in the Legislature and the press. When proponents speak about Medicaid expansion, you can be confident that the cost will not be part of the conversation and you will hear how foolish it would be to require work as a condition of receiving health care.
Changing House rules will weaken checks, balances
As former House speakers and Senate presidents of the Montana Legislature, we question the wisdom of making significant changes to the rules of operation in the Montana House. Currently, there is a group of legislators trying to change the House rules. One of the proposed changes would allow a simple majority (51 members) to “blast” a bill out of committee and on to the House floor. Their logic is that the Montana Senate operates under simple majority rules so the House should follow suit.
Bullock looking to cash in politically with I-185
Across the United States, Democrats are moving to the radical left at a rapid pace. Your grandfather's Democrat Party has been subverted by those looking to fundamentally change the basic tenets of this nation and, ultimately, what made us so great. The left is teetering on dangerous ground. Socialism, gun confiscation and open borders were once fringe ideas but now have become common beliefs within this new Democrat Party.Gov.
Bullock Looks to Cash in Politically with I-185
Across the United States, Democrats are moving to the radical left at a rapid pace. Your grandfather’s Democratic Party has been subverted by those looking to fundamentally change the basic tenets of this nation and, ultimately, what made us so great. The left is teetering on dangerous ground. Socialism, gun confiscation and open borders were once fringe ideas but now have become common beliefs within this new Democratic Party. Gov.
Guest opinion: Montana's Republican lawmakers deliver on Republican values
As the 2017 legislative session has come to an end, we want to make sure that Montanans have a clear view of what’s happened the past few months in Helena. The mission of the Senate and House Republicans from Day 1 has been to help create more opportunities for all Montanans by making our state a better place to work, live and do business. Government should work in service to the people, not the other way around.
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