The benighted energy policies of the Trump administration have led to an under-informed approval for the Bull Mountain Mine to expand. This threatens neighboring land and will accelerate global warming. And nearly all of the coal is exported to Asia.

Amid the hoopla of the Miles City Bucking Horse Sale, the governor trotted out Montana’s new “brand.” I’m curious about what the state paid for a PR firm to egest this.

Circumventing HB 819, Missoula adopted the Pride flag as its official city banner. This upset the bill’s sponsor, Braxton Mitchell (R-Columbia Fails). He vowed to bring a bill in the next session to eliminate the loophole. This will surely be a top priority issue for the people of Montana. 

The Crazy Mountain Ranch, under the ownership of the Yellowstone Club, is stealing water for its new golf course.

Yes, credit Congressman Ryan Zinke for removing an odious part of an odious bill. He still supported the final version, which passed by one vote – so blame him for that.

Our congressional delegation makes no effort to engage with their constituents. They hide behind spokespersons and press releases.