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-Benjamin Franklin
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Those Strainin’ Iranians
I’ve been watching the tales that come out of Iran. First and foremost, I’m glad to be American and in Montana, where the closest political violence is either Portland or Minneapolis. Here, at latitude 48.42.18, the Border trolls are neighbors, and our conversations are brief and courteous. Obviously there’s a difference between Montana nice and… Read more
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The Names For The Numbers
With the growing amount of fraud in government grants, the ever increasing level of the national debt, our reluctance to rein in inflation – heck we see trillion dollars showing up in more and more articles – it seems like a good idea to share this educational post. Read more
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A Sales Tax Won’t Lower Property Taxes in Montana. History and Law Prove It.
Montanans are once again being told that a statewide sales tax would reduce—or even replace—property taxes. It’s a promise that sounds appealing, especially as property tax bills continue to rise. But it’s a promise we’ve heard before, and one that has never held up under scrutiny. The reality is simple: taxes do not disappear. They… Read more
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Assessing a Proposed Billionaire/Luxury Development in the Flathead Valley: What Residents and Decision-Makers Should Know
As interest grows in major luxury and high-end development in the Flathead Valley of northwest Montana—from private gated estates to resort-style estates backed by significant capital—it’s crucial for residents, local leaders, and voters to weigh both the claimed benefits and documented risks of such projects. Experience from Montana and other Western amenity regions suggests that… Read more
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Flower Dissection Time
While many people think of the post-valentine’s day sales in terms of cheap chocolate, as a science teacher, they always remind me that it’s time for flower dissections. My kids are a little too young to get a lot of the details, but I think I’ll try it as a sensory activity anyway. With older… Read more
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Small Herds, Big Paperwork!
By AmberLi Emery When One Cow Is Regulated Like a Commercial Operation Montana’s livestock regulations were created with a clear and important purpose: protecting animal health, preventing disease outbreaks, and safeguarding access to agricultural markets. Most producers — large and small — support those goals. But over time, the way these regulations are applied has… Read more
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