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Montana Legislators Attacking Same-Day Voter Registration [POLL]

Associated Press — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 16:03:38 +0000

HELENA, Mont. (AP) – A Republican legislator is proposing to repeal the 2005 Montana law that allows voters to register on Election Day. Rep. Ted Washburn of Bozeman says the law has led to a “zoo-ish” atmosphere on Election Day with long lines and delays in tallying votes. A similar proposal cleared the Republican-controlled Legislature [...]

LAST CHANCE To Vote For Our Trophy Room Winner!

Michelle — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 18:22:51 +0000

We’ve received some great submissions for the Trophy Room package from Bob Wards! NOW YOU CAN VOTE for your favorite. Whomever gets the most votes, wins! GO HERE TO VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE TROPHY ROOM ENTRY!

Trophy Room Contest Voting Now Open

Michelle — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 16:42:14 +0000

2012 General Election Results [LIVE UPDATES]

Colleen O'Quinn — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 12:38:32 +0000

UPDATE: 11:30am 11/7/12 According to The Gallatin County Election Office, 99% of the votes are in, and these are the latest results. Some ballots are still being counted, and so the results could change. It’s important to remember that these are unofficial results. Sheriff: Republican Brian Gootkin: 29,670 Democrat Joshua Jones: 13,033 votes State [...]

Should You Have to Have a Photo ID to Vote? — Survey of the Day

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 20:55:12 +0000

As of now, 17 states have laws requiring voters to present photo ID before voting. Some have suggested these regulations may act to disenfranchise poor and minority voters, who could be less likely to have such identification. Last month a judge in Pennsylvania blocked the state from enforcing its voter ID laws in the 2012 election.

Why a Montanan's Vote is Worth More Than Most

Jon King — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 12:22:45 +0000

When it comes to national politics, the average Montanan has much greater influence than the average American. Here's why . . .