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Pachyderm Meeting – February 27
The speaker for this meeting will be Montana HD 13 Representative Linda Reksten who is running again this year. Below is a little bit of information about Representative Reksten!
Linda Reksten is an American politician from Montana. She is a Republican member of the Montana House of Representatives. In 2024 she was elected to the 13th district which covers the Polson area.[1] Previously she was elected to the 12th district in 2020 and 2022.[2][3]
Reksten first ran for election in 2020, defeating Gerry Browning.[4] She took the seat of Greg Hertz who had reached his term limit. In 2022 she faced challenger Sterling Laudon, an attorney in Polson.[5] She won with 62% of the vote.[6]
Due to redistricting following the US census Reksten ran for District 13 in the 2024 elections.[7] The Democratic candidate, Shirley Azzopardi, also spent her career as an educator.[8] Reksten won 61% of the vote, securing her third term in the House of Representatives.[9] She was appointed chair to the House Education Committee.[1]
Reksten worked for more than 30 years in education prior to her election.[10] She was a teacher, principal, and Superintendent of Schools.[11] She also was a college professor at Point Loma Nazarene University.[12] Reksten published two books with Corwin Press.[12]
Venue: 25 Regatta Rd, Polson. Time: 12 noon.
Melania, the movie – February 28
You are invited to see Melania, a documentary of the life of the First Lady,
– a one-time showing at Showboat Stadium 6 in Polson, MT on Feb. 28th (Saturday) at 1 pm.
Tickets are $7.25.
Bring a friend! Check for the opportunity to buy tickets in advance through the Showboat website HERE. Should be available soon!
Charles Garner, author of “The Canary in the Coal Mine” about encouraging the religious right to vote their beliefs instead of staying away from the polls, has written two more books: “Battle for the Republic” and “Called to Stand“. These books should be in the hands of every county pastor as well! Charles is planning on attending our Melania Movie showing on Feb. 28th to meet the attendees and to help us promote the books ($10 each). He might even sign them!
Amazon Marketing Text for the Melania movie:
“Amazon MGM Studios’ film MELANIA offers unprecedented access to the 20 days leading up to the 2025 Presidential Inauguration — through the eyes of the First Lady herself. Step inside Melania Trump’s world as she orchestrates inauguration plans, navigates the complexities of the White House transition, and moves her family back to the Nation’s Capital. With exclusive footage capturing critical meetings, private conversations, and never-before-seen environments, MELANIA showcases Mrs. Trump’s return to one of the world’s most powerful roles.”
LCRW – March 2
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In case you missed it:
The Pachyderm Club has already given you the opportunity to learn what midterm candidates stand for. And more is coming up!
On February 3, Finley Warden, Candidate for House District 13, presented his views. Watch for minutes under ‘Pachyderm Club’.
At the next meeting, Linda Reksten, incumbent representative for HD 13, will speak on her work in Helena.
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The role of the judiciary as seen by District Court Judge John Mercer
On January 23, 2026, Pachyderm attendees were pondering the role of the judiciary with the help of Judge John Mercer who has experienced many ends of the spectrum of government work. John Mercer emphasized the importance of judges restraining their power. If they allow politics to be brought into their decisions, they WILL lose respect. Judges should not be biased in their decisions.
John Mercer is going to run in 2026 in order to finish the four years remaining on Judge Cotter’s term.
Meeting minutes posted under ‘Pachyderm Club’
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Great update by County Attorney Lapotka
The meeting minutes from the December 12 presentation is now available under “Who We Are/Pachyderm Club”. For example, great news about signature gathering for ballot initiatives; “There is a new legal requirement for signature gatherers – be aware for the upcoming election. The signature gatherers are required to wear name badges and state who is paying them to collect signatures!”
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MT Supreme Court Candidate, Judge Dan Wilson, met with Lake County residents September 26
Judge Wilson, a true Constitutional Conservative, outlined his thoughts on what is happening in the judiciary and what he wants to do to ensure it does what the Constitution intends for it to do. Read the meeting minutes under “Who We Are/Pachyderm Club”.
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Plan on attending meetings if at all possible with your schedule. There is so much to know and learn. Your part in promoting what you learn could be as simple as telling your friends all about it!
Get involved!
Attend meetings to see how you can help. The wins we now celebrate can be attributed to people who put their hearts into the fight. There are so many ways YOU can contribute!
Local Action Equals National Impact. Stay in the Know!
(>>> General Michael Flynn)
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For minutes from meetings, once typed out, please see the page of each group.
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NOTE! In October Lake County Republican Women will be meeting in the new courthouse annex and perhaps get acquainted with it, guided by Carolyn Hall, Superintendent of Schools.
Times and Locations for All America First Republican Recurring Events
- Lake County Republican Women (LCRW): This group meets the FIRST MONDAY of each month at 12 noon at the Polson Library, 102 1st St East, Polson, Montana.
- Pachyderms: The Pachyderm Club, the educational branch of the Republican party which features speakers and local officials of all political persuasions, meets the SECOND and FOURTH FRIDAY of each month at 12 noon at the Polson Rural Fire House, 25 Regatta Road, Polson, Montana.
- Lake County Central Committee (LCRCC): The LCRCC meets the FIRST WEDNESDAY of each month at 6:30PM at the Polson Rural Fire House, 25 Regatta Road, Polson, Montana.
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Local Action Equals National Impact. Stay in the Know!
(>>> General Michael Flynn)
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Come join us, and together we will save the Constitutional Republic from anarchy and tyranny!
