Let’s be honest about the moment we’re in. This isn’t some ordinary political season. It’s not a debate over taxes or regulations or who’s got the slickest ad on TV. This is a full-blown crisis of leadership.When Montanans look to Washington, what do we see? Two senators—Steve Daines and Tim Sheehy—so wrapped up in loyalty to power that they’ve forgotten who they work for.

I’ve now traveled across the state as much as I did as a write-in candidate in eastern Montana in 2024. On the ground for two months last fall, I learned so much about the people and communities across 40 Montana counties, the largest congressional district by land in the nation. Since last November, I’ve expanded my territory to all 56 counties in Montana and continued visiting with as many Montanans as possible, pledging to represent them in D.C. as their next U.S. Senator. Inaction is offensive. I’m working right now for all of Montana to have representation and a robust democracy.

Donald Trump has made his intentions clear. He openly campaigned on the promise of becoming a dictator and has repeatedly hinted at ending elections as we know them. These are not empty words; they are the foundation of an agenda that seeks to dismantle American democracy from within.We have seen the warning signs. History tells us when authoritarians declare their plans, we should believe them.

Montana's history is deeply intertwined with tales of immense wealth, political maneuvering, and the enduring struggle against corruption. The era of the Copper Kings in the late 19th and early 20th centuries serves as a poignant example of how unchecked power can influence governance, leading to significant reforms driven by the people.

We are facing interesting, challenging times but we can meet this moment together. In the stories Montanans tell me, I hear from folks who are wondering why our administration has turned its back on Ukraine, why their taxpayer dollars are going to Elon Musk instead of childcare, healthcare, affordable housing, and paying and retaining our federal employees and contractors.

If the current administration dismantles the Department of Education at the federal level, Montana’s education system will suffer in ways we cannot afford to ignore. Montana has just over a million people and 896 schools. In 2024, 148,009 students were enrolled in state and federally-funded schools. The Montana Constitution guarantees every child the right to a public education. Every one of our students matters.

I'm not just going through the motions in this campaign. Democrats need to work to understand where we've misused our resources and lost voter confidence. I'm hosting dozens of roundtables across the state in the next months to learn what's important to voters, all voters. The mission of my campaign right now is to listen. We need MORE democracy and more individuals engaged in the democratic process. We need new leadership, different leadership, leaders who go to D.C. and don’t forget who they serve.

I received a polling call last week asking if I would support or oppose the Montana State Legislature forming a new Supreme Court where the governor would appoint all justices.Much like the Montana Constitution has since its inception, I will always support a judiciary elected by electors to preside over our Montana courts. The Territory of Montana was organized by an Act of Congress, approved May 26, 1864. Section 9 of this Act vested the judicial power of the territory in a Supreme Court, District Courts, Probate Courts and Justice of the Peace Courts.

America's survival depends on a robust democracy built by We The People. The new president is flooding the airwaves with one outrageous executive order or appointment after another. The Senate will vet appointees. Executive orders will be tested in the U.S. courts and Congress. We will see if the system holds.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. spoke of a dream—one rooted in dignity, opportunity, and the belief that everyone deserves a voice in shaping their future. That dream remains as vital in Montana as it is across the nation.The third Monday in January honors Dr. King and calls us to action. It is the only federal holiday designated as a National Day of Service—a perfect moment to volunteer and support causes that matter.

The Laken Riley Act is a hot topic today on the Sunday morning news shows but the implications of this legislation on the ground go beyond rhetoric. Every member of the U.S. Senate represents their state’s constituency and upholds the Constitution. Montanans deserve Senators who hold the executive branch accountable, oversee fraud, and prevent abuses of power.

Montana sent the first woman to Washington, D.C. in 1916. We’ll send the second woman in 2026. More than ever, we need someone working to represent and empower Montanans at the highest levels of the Federal Government. Every voice matters and every vote counts. Last week, I traveled to Washington, D.C. where I attended the Montana Coffee hour, a traditional Wednesday morning event between Montanans and their representatives in D.C.

In Gratitude for Our People and Place: I'm so grateful for my early supporters who know what's at stake. Your vision and understanding of what it's going to take to win in 2026 are invaluable to my campaign. Every voice matters and every vote counts.

It's time to hit the road and get to work! In the past months traveling across Eastern Montana, I've heard one thing loud and clear: folks want to be seen and valued. Every voice matters and every vote counts.