Montanans for Election Reform

"We are Montanans, and we love Montana. That has been the driving force behind our work this year, and each of us is committed to ongoing work to put Montana voters first. We hope our leaders, newly elected and seasoned alike, will join us." #mtpol #mtleg flatheadbeacon.com/2024/11/15/put…

It's Election Day! Find where to drop off your ballot or vote in person here: prodvoterportal.mt.gov/WhereToVote.as… #mtpol #yesonOpenPrimaries

We couldn't agree more! Thanks to the thousands of Montanans voting YES on CI-126 for more freedom, better choices, and greater accountability in Montana's elections this Tuesday. #mtpol

"By forcing voters to pick a party in the primary elections, our current election process breeds polarization and obstructionism. This process traps politicians in a system that rewards party loyalty over collaboration and problem solving." #mtpol bozemandailychronicle.com/opinions/lette…

Montanans are speaking up about why they are voting YES on CI-126! #mtpol

"It’s time to reject party politics and take back control of our democracy by voting yes on CI-126." #mtpol bozemandailychronicle.com/opinions/lette…

I'm supporting CI-126 and CI-127 because they will help incentivize candidates at every level of govt who can build coalitions across party lines to get elected, and then to get real, durable & collaborative policy done for Montana communities. #mtpol explorebigsky.com/letter-to-the-…

Thank you, Alaskan Republican Senate Majority Leader Cathy Giessel, for joining @VoicesofMT last week to talk about how open primaries have changed Alaska's elections for the better! #mtpol voicesofmontana.com/podcast/electi…

CI-126 is a simple, Montana-made solution to the problems with our politics today. It gives voters the freedom to vote for whoever they want in the primary, regardless of party. #mtpol flatheadbeacon.com/2024/10/13/ci-…

Live update from Tampa ahead of Hurricane #Milton we have roosters dominating the streets

We're myth-busting common misconceptions about CI-126 and CI-127! Visit yeson126mt.com/blog/myth-bust… to learn more about how CI-126 and CI-127 give voters more voice and more choice in our elections. #mtpol

Veterans in Montana are rallying in support of CI-126 and CI-127, saying "the division we see in politics today bears no resemblance to the values we fought for... we hope you’ll join us in voting for both initiatives this November." #mtpol bozemandailychronicle.com/opinions/guest…

@imjustagirI_123 @ScottPresler @elonmusk @RobertKennedyJr @NicoleShanahan Hi! A top-four open primary means all candidates from all parties are on one primary ballot and all voters get to pick their one preferred candidate, regardless of party., instead of having to pick just one partisan ballot. Visit Yeson126mt.com to learn more!

Can someone please explain this to me like I’m 5? 🤣 Is this a good thing? CI-126 @ScottPresler @elonmusk @RobertKennedyJr @NicoleShanahan

CI-126 Puts More Power in the Hands of “We the People.” #YESOn126🗳️ #mtpol #Montana #FreeAndOpenPrimaries #Top4 🇺🇸 @MTElectReform

"The majority of people... are desperately concerned about the state of our government and its ability to serve us. [These initiatives are] about the system we use and the behaviors it reinforces.” #mtpol montanafreepress.org/2024/10/04/twi…

@souix55 Hi Susanne, it is not constitutional for the legislature to pick the winner in an election held by the people. For more information about the role of the legislature in implementing CI-127, see this article: yeson126mt.com/blog/what-role…

@MTElectReform If no candidate gets 50%, it goes to the legislature to pick who wins.

Why a top-four open primary? Instead of being forced to pick one party's ballot in primary elections, Montanans should be able to vote for any candidate, regardless of party. A top-four open primary gives voters better choices and more accountability in our elections. #mtpol

@KCGroup Hi @KCGroup! Please see CI-127, the majority-winner initiative, that might alleviate some of your concerns.

@MTElectReform Open primaries would allow a minority to win with a minority number of votes. Not very democratic. A jungle primary would be better- requiring a simple majority. Vote No on CI 126.

CI-126 creates an open primary where all qualified candidates of all parties appear on the same ballot and all voters, regardless of party, can choose between them.

@TheWesternWord Thank you for your support!

Happy Friday! "Caught My Eye" is posted at TheWesternWord.com. Let’s wrap up the week with these topics: >Sticker Shock >Former Right-Wing Pastor >CI-126 >Talking Baseball #mtpol @MTElectReform #MLB

@HelenMadSon @NBCMontana Hi @HelenMadSon! CI-127 does not give the legislature power to choose winners of elections. You can read more about the legislature’s role in implementing CI-127 here: yeson126mt.com/blog/what-role…

@NBCMontana Vote no on CI 126!! Do not let the state legislators pick our representatives and senators! We eliminated that with the copper kings but all the newcomers to our state don’t know our history!

Tribal leaders in Montana urged Republican U.S. Senate candidate Tim Sheehy to apologize over remarks he made to supporters about Native Americans being “drunk at 8 a.m.” and throwing beer cans at him on the Crow Reservation. bit.ly/47g3qWG