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Matt Regier, MT Senate President Has Encouraging Words

In his opinion published by the Missoulian, Matt Regier says

Real Republicans defend the party’s voters from swamp bosses.

‘…. Under new leadership, the MTGOP is focused on protecting Republican voters and questioning entrenched Helena “Swamp Bosses” who have abused the Republican brand to maintain power in state government. Heading into the 2026 midterms and 2027 session, Republicans are focused on addressing property taxes, judicial transparency, and election integrity – priorities that would be further along if not for obstruction by Democrats and the self-proclaimed Republicans who empowered them…’

This article is a reminder of a strategy of the left: demoralization. Do not let them accomplish this goal! Stay focused, America First Patriots, and keep fighting for policies that will help America prosper.

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Your Future Is in the Crosshairs

Information shared at the Lake County Republican Women’s meeting on August 4 was an eye-opener for anyone who hasn’t already looked into the implications of the proposed PROTECT Act.

Those participating in the meeting – a larger crowd than usual – watched the very enlightening video presentation by Linda Sauer, a founding member of Montana Citizens Action Group. After the video, Tracy Sharp, Representative for HD12, added mind blowing insight into what the PROTECT Act actually adds up to – another attack on the Republic. We were not only given information – this is a call to action. Citizens need to stand up for their rights and the Republican form of government. ONE nation under God.

Link to the video:

Linda Sauer’s Presentation on PROTECT Act

A text version of the points Linda is making can also be found in the July edition of the Last Chance Patriot Newsletter. Link to the newsletter HERE.

Video message in PDF format: Daines PROTECT Act article from May LCP newsletter

Links to contact information have been posted under “Take Action”, or, as Linda Sauer says, you can ask MTCAG for them by email: citizens@mtcag.org . Always remember to be polite in your communications.

Note that most committee members also have accounts on X:

@RepJeffHurd; @RepAmata; @RepMcDowell; #RepTimWahlberg (no account found); @Jim_Jordan; @RepLaMalfa; @RepMikeKennedy; @lisamurkowski; @SenJohnHoeven; @SenatorCantwell; @SenMullin; @SenTinaSmith; @JerryMoran; @SenBrianSchatz; @SteveDaines; @SenCortezMasto; @SenatorRounds; @SenatorLujan

We were informed that US Representative Ryan Zinke HAS withdrawn his support for HB 3773, but while thanking him, it doesn’t hurt to ask him to put pressure on others to do the same! In the US Senate, Senator Daines is apparently still pushing forward on the issue (SB 1967). Hopefully, we can get him to change his mind as well.

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Slides shown by Tracy Sharp gave listeners serious pause.  If there ever was a time for grassroots to activate, it is now!

“Another step towards nation-state status for tribes. We are in the way: See LANDBACK (Google)”

What happened to equal protection under the law?

No PROTECT ACT, Paper by Tracy Sharp 7 18 25

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Legislature Overrides Governor’s Veto

The Daily Interlake wrote:

State will reimburse jails holding inmates awaiting mental health evaluations

by MICAH DREW Daily Montanan
| July 22, 2025 12:00 AM

“The Montana Legislature voted to override Gov. Greg Gianforte’s veto of a bill that would use state funds to reimburse counties some of the cost of holding inmates in local detention facilities while awaiting mental health evaluations or treatments.

House Bill 643, brought by Rep. Tracy Sharp, R-Polson, was seen by many as a stop-gap measure to address rising costs to counties that have seen increased mental health issues arising in civil and criminal cases.”

Read the full story HERE.

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Standing for America

From America’s Future – the newsletter:

“The violence that began in Los Angeles last week, as rioters took to the streets to destroy property and threaten law-abiding citizens and law enforcement officers, has spread to New York, Chicago, Seattle, and Portland, among others. The purpose of the protests is to thwart Trump’s central campaign promise, which is indeed the cornerstone of his second term: to deport the tens of millions of foreigners who entered America illegally. […]

More importantly, there are the political officials who incentivized their crime by promising them healthcare, welfare, housing, and other freebies. Free for them, that is, and a great economic and political benefit to the corrupt ruling class that brought them here to suppress American wages and replace an electorate consisting of free-born men and women with a cohort of clients. But it costs us dearly, not just in dollars but in dignity, too. […]

And that’s why we elected Donald Trump — to help us get back our country, to make America great again. So we stand with him against the mobs backed by the political and corporate establishment, and we stand with him against the media attacking him for doing what’s right for America. […]”

Click the image to read the full article.

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‘America’s Worst Court’

Great reminder from a Lake County resident about why Montana citizens need to continue to fight judicial tyranny.

In an article from August 28, 2024, Mark Pulliam with The Federalist wrote:

“One elected official, Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen, has been suffering for bravely confronting the state court’s wrath and incompetence. Knudsen, a Republican, has become the victim of lawfare for simply doing his job — defending state laws in court.” Read the full article: How ‘America’s Worst Court’ Blocks Judicial Reform

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Tracy Sharp, HD12 – Presentation on Dark Money!

 

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Mark your calendars for upcoming events:
Dec 1 – Republican Women host Tracy Sharp, HD12: Presentation on Dark Money, 12 noon at Polson Library
Dec 27 – Holiday Party at Montana Landing Club House, 5 – 7 pm
Times and venues for recurring events are also described at the bottom of this page.
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LCRW Guest Speaker Tracy Sharp, HD12 – December 1

Learn about how dark money has been used, among other things, to push through ballot initiatives we were against. Tracy swill share information from Montana GOP. LCRW meets at the library in Polson with social time beginning at 11:30 am and presentation at noon.

 

Holiday Party – December 27

Celebrating the past and the coming year at the Clubhouse at Montana Landing 5 – 7. Bring your hors d’oeuvres to share! The clubhouse only has room for 50 participants, so please plan on reserving your spot. More information to come!

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In case you missed it:

Pachyderm audience was informed about the work of the Polson City government review commission on November 14

Eyes peeled for upcoming minutes on the Pachyderm page!

 

Very informative meeting for Pachyderm Club attendees on October 24

Lori Thibodeau-Seay (Director of Lake County Council on Aging) and Dixie Bisson (Benefit Enrollment Specialist with Western Montana Aging Services) had very uplifting information to share. Their hearts are truly in helping their clients with a variety of needs.  We were given many examples of how caring community members can make life better for people around us, and volunteers are welcome to sign up for help with, for example, rides home from an unexpected visit to the ER.

Who doesn’t sometimes feel lost in the intricacies of their Medicare plan? Well, there is no reason to fret any longer. Dixie loves to help as the enrollment specialist, and now is open season for possible changes to your current plan to make sure you have the plan that is best for you. Make an appointment with Dixie: 1-406-872 2286

Thank you, Lori and Dixie! We need to hear from you again.

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Charlie Kirk Remembrance Day October 14

The United States Government has designated Tuesday, October 14 as a day of remembrance for Charlie Kirk.
It was good to see many new faces joining the regular flag wavers to honor Charlie Kirk and all that he did – and still is doing – for our country! A warm thank you to all who braved the chilly weather.

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Pachyderm Club hosted Undersheriff Woods on October 10

Our guest speaker Undersheriff Ben Woods from the Lake County Sheriff’s Office provided updates on what is going on in Lake County and took time to answer all kinds of questions. Thank you, Undersheriff Woods, for being there to meet Lake County grassroots. Very much appreciated – we hope to see you soon again.

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Lake County Republican Women were guided by Carolyn Hall, Superintended of Schools,

at the new courthouse annex on Oct. 6. Clearly a rewarding visit!

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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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BETTER DAYS AHEAD!

Watch video of Oct. 29, 2024, event HERE.

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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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A reminder from our local thinker in the Hinterland: “Plato warned us: if you do not take an interest in the affairs of your government, you are doomed to live under the rules of fools…”, and the fact of the matter is:

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!