Montana's Choice 2008

Scenes from Election Night in Helena

2008-11-06T09:44:00.001-08:00

CNS photographer JEREK WOLCOTT covered the thrill and agony of election night at Democratic and Republican gatherings in Helena. For a better view of of the photos and capitions, click on the "View All Images" button above.

Democrats Poised to Sweep State Offices

2008-11-05T02:35:00.000-08:00

Democrat Steve Bullock won a hard-fought race become Montana's next attorney general. Photo by JEREK WOLCOTT.

With Gov. Brian Schweiter leading the way, Democrats were on the verge early this morning of sweeping all of the state offices on yesterday's ballot.

As expected, U.S. Sen. Max Baucus, a Democrat, and U.S. Rep. Denny Rehberg, a Republican, won their re-elections races easily but races for state offices were harder-fought affairs.

Incumbent Republican Secretary of State Brad Johnson was trailing his Democratic opponent Linda McCulloch in a close race, but other Democrats were winning by convincing margins.

Democrat Steve Bullock defeated Republican Tim Fox in the attorney general's race, which featured some of the most negative TV adds of the campaign.

In the state auditor's race, former legislator Monica Lindeen, a Democrat, held a commanding margin over Republican Duane Grimes, another former legislator.

Democrat Denise Juneau defeated Republican Elaine Sollie Herman in the race for superintendent of public instruction.

In the nonpartisan race for chief justice of the Montana Supreme Court, Attorney General Mike McGrath won a lopsided race against challenger Ron Waterman of Helena.

Montanans also voted on a trio of ballot issues. They approved a renewal of the six-mill property tax levy to fund higher education and voted to expand health care coverage for Montana children under the CHIPs program. They rejected a proposal to allow the state to invest more of its trust fund revenue in the stock market.

Montana Democrats Celebrate Victories

2008-11-04T22:36:00.000-08:00

Democrats gathered in Helena react as CNN projects Barack Obama the winner in Tuesday's presidential election. Photo by JEREK WOLCOTT.

Blue Night for Republicans

2008-11-04T22:30:00.000-08:00

A lone viewer at Helena's Republican election party watches as Democratic President-elect Barack Obama delivers his acceptance speech. Photo by JEREK WOLCOTT.

Schweitzer Wins a Second Term

2008-11-04T21:51:00.000-08:00

Gov. Brian Schweitzer receives a supporter's congratulations in Helena after CNN projected him the winner over over GOP challenger Roy Brown of Billings. Photo by JEREK WOLCOTT

"The Unlikely Candidates": Mike Fellows

2008-11-01T12:32:00.000-07:00

This video story was produced for Montana Journal, a production of Radio-TV students at the University of Montana's School of Journalism.

"The Unlikely Candidates": Stan Jones

2008-11-01T12:29:00.000-07:00

This video story was produced for Montana Journal, a production of Radio-TV students at the University of Montana's School of Journalism.

"The Unlikely Candidates": Donald Eisenmenger

2008-11-01T12:22:00.000-07:00

This video story was produced for Montana Journal, a production of Radio-TV students at the University of Montana's School of Journalism.

You Decide: Should Montanans Expand Health Care Insurance for Children?

2008-10-30T17:33:00.000-07:00

CNS Reporter Tess McEnroe produced this multimedia report on the arguments over I-155. The ballot issue asks Montanans to expand the CHIP program, which provides health care insurace for children of parents who cannot afford to provide it themselves.

For an article on the issue, click here.

"The Unlikely Candidates": John Driscoll

2008-10-30T08:38:00.000-07:00

Watch for additional "Unlikely Candidates" coverage tonight at 7:30 on Montana PBS. This story was produced by Radio-TV students at the University of Montana School of Journalism.

"The Unlikely Candidates": Robert Kelleher

2008-10-30T08:10:00.000-07:00

Watch for additional "Unlikely Candidates" coverage tonight at 7:30 on Montana PBS. This story was produced by Radio-TV students at the University of Montana School of Journalism.

Radio-TV Students Cover "Unlikely Candidates"

2008-10-30T07:51:00.000-07:00

Watch the Broadcast Tonight at 7:30 on Montana PBS

MISSOULA - In a political season marked by promises of change, "Montana Journal: The Unlikely Candidates," profiles six Montana candidates who offer an alternative to mainstream politics. They face long odds to win one of the 2008 statewide offices but they all agree it is important that they run.

The show features two candidates inside the major parties, Republican Bob Kelleher of Butte running for U.S. Senate and Democrat John Driscoll of Helena running for U.S. Representative, each using unusual campaign strategies. The program also profiles Libertarian candidates Mike Fellows, Stan Jones and Donald Eisenmenger as well as Constitution Party candidate Sieglinde Sharbono. Each of the candidates speaks to the question of what they bring to the process.

Montana Journal will be broadcast on Montana PBS (KUFM-TV in Missoula and KUSM-TV in Bozeman), Thursday, October 30th at 7:30 p.m. The program will repeat on Monday, November 3rd at 9:30 p.m.

The Montana Journal series is produced by The University of Montana School of Journalism Radio-Television Department students. Montana Journal is now in the 11th year of production and is produced by senior-level students in the University of Montana Radio-Television Department and School of Journalism. John Twiggs, RTV adjunct instructor and award-winning MontanaPBS producer, teaches the class and oversees the student production.
MontanaPBS is a service of The University of Montana in Missoula and Montana State University in Bozeman.

LR 118: Should Voters Renew the 6-mill levy?

2008-10-29T12:25:00.000-07:00

CNS Reporter Tiffany Wilson produced this multimedia report on the arguments over LR-118, which asks Montanans to renew the statewide 6-mill levy in support of the state's university system. For an article on the issue, click here.

In Their Own Words: Montana's Candidates for Governor

2008-10-24T13:51:00.000-07:00

CNS Reporters Natalie Newumann, Holly Baker and Molly Priddy produced this report asking Democratic Gov. Brian Schweitzer and his Republican challenger, Roy Brown, to outline their agendas for Montana's next legislative session.

Third-Party Hopefuls Offer a Different View

2008-10-23T14:06:00.000-07:00

Libertarians Stan Jones(left) and Mike Fellows

Sieglinde Sharbono, Constitution Party, and Libertarian Donald Eisenmenger

Watch: The Unlikely Candidates," at 7:30 p.m., Oct. 30, on MontanaPBS.

It's all in the message, these candidates say

By CHRIS D’ANGELO and MATT MCLEOD
Community News Service
UM School of Journalism

For major-party candidates in high-profile races, earning a nomination can be the thrill of a lifetime and a stepping-stone to the halls of political power and respect. But for most third-party Montana contenders, being on the ballot is more about sending a message than winning an election.

CLICK HERE FOR THE STORY

Meet Montana's Attorney General Candidates

2008-10-21T12:10:00.000-07:00

Reporter Breanna Roy produced this story on attorney general candidates Steve Bullock, a Democrat, and Republican Tim Fox. The race, featuring dueling TV ads over gun rights and other issues, is one of the hardest fought campaigns on the Nov. 4 ballot.

For more information on the race, see CNS reporter Mark Page's story for this blog and an article by the Lee State Bureau analyzing the candidates' TV ads.

For PSC, District 3: John Vincent

2008-10-16T13:42:00.000-07:00

DEMOCRAT

AGE: 66

BIRTHPLACE: New Haven, Conn.

HOME CITY: Gallatin Gateway, Mont.

FAMILY: Wife, Peggy; one daughter

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Government teacher, Bozeman Senior High School, 30 years; adjunct instructor, government, Montana State University

EDUCATION: BA, American Government (Honors) Seattle University; Teaching Certification (BA Equivalent) Seattle University. Approximately four years of graduate study, Montana State University and University of Montana

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Eight terms, Montana House of Representatives; House Speaker, 1985-1986, 1989-1990; Minority Leader, 1987-1988; Majority Leader, 1985-1986; Bozeman City Commissioner, 1992-1995; Bozeman Mayor, 1994-1995; Gallatin County Commissioner, 2001-2006, Chairman, 2003, 2004, 2006

MILITARY SERVICE: None

ORGANIZATIONS: Montana Retired Teachers Campaign

Olson, Vincent Vie for PSC District 3 Seat

2008-10-15T12:14:00.000-07:00

John Vincent (left) and Alan Olson

By LAURA BARNES
Community News Service
UM School of Journalism

As the cold season descends on Montana, consumers can expect their power bills to make serious dents in their pocketbooks. How those power bills change over the next few years, however, depends in part on what the state rate-setting Public Service Commission has to say about it.

That’s where PSC candidates Alan Olson and John Vincent step in.

CLICK HERE FOR THE STORY

Secretary of State Rivals Spar over Elections

2008-10-15T08:02:00.000-07:00

Brad Johnson and Linda McCulloch

By ERICA DOORNEK
Community News Service
UM School of Journalism

Whether it’s striving to comply with election law, helping voters register, or streamlining business licensing, the secretary of state’s job is to set the record straight and ensure Montanans’ confidence in the process.

But after the 2006 election raised concerns about vote security and late-registration policies, the question is, just how far has election reform come and where should it go?

CLICK HERE FOR THE STORY

I-155 Would Insure More Montana Children

2008-10-15T07:46:00.000-07:00

Photo by Tess McEnroe

Patients at Missoula's Partnership Health Center wait to see a doctor. Health care costs are a major issue in many campaigns this year.

By ELIZABETH HARRISON
Community News Service
UM School of Journalism

This morning, more than 30,000 Montana children woke up without health insurance. If ballot Initiative 155 is passed on Nov. 4, that number could disappear.

CLICK HERE FOR THE STORY

Ethics Charges Trump Issues in PSC District 2

2008-10-14T19:17:00.000-07:00

Brad Molnar (left) and Ron Tussing

BY RYAN THOMPSON
Community News Service
UM School of Journalism

Public Service Commission District 2 candidates Brad Molnar and Ron Tussing may not hate each other, but don’t look for them to be playing golf together anytime soon.

CLICK HERE FOR THE STORY

Schweitzer, Brown Spar over Energy, Taxes

2008-10-14T16:34:00.000-07:00

Photos by Jerek Wolcott

Roy Brown (left) and Brian Schweitzer

By MOLLY PRIDDY
Community News Service
UM School of Journalism

You might not guess it by their increasingly negative TV ads, but both major-party candidates for governor foresee a brighter future for Montana. They just disagree on how to get there.

CLICK HERE FOR THE STORY

LISTEN TO THE CANDIDATES' DEBATE: Vol. 1, Vol. 2.

Rehberg Lands a Crucial Vote: His Rival's

2008-10-14T15:31:00.000-07:00

John Driscoll (left) and Denny Rehberg

By CHRIS D'ANGELO

Community News Service

UM School of Journalism

It’s hard to imagine a stranger contest than U.S. Rep. Denny Rehberg’s run for a fifth term in Congress. First his Democratic challenger, John Driscoll of Helena, vowed not to raise or spend any money on his campaign. Weeks later Driscoll promised to vote for Rehberg on Nov. 4.

What’s going on here?

CLICK HERE FOR THE STORY

Lee Bureau 'Truth Checks' Attorney General Ads

2008-10-13T07:51:00.000-07:00

Jennifer McKee, a reporter for Lee newspapers' state bureau, sifted fact from hyperbole in her story today about broadcast ads endorsed by attorney general candidates Steve Bullock and Tim Fox. Her colleague, bureau chief Charles S. Johnson, did a similar analysis this summer on ads run by Gov. Schweitzer. It's good, helpful work.

If you're interested in sites that fact-check national campaign ads, see Factcheck.org or Politifact.com.

Rivals Mood, Gutsche Clash in PSC District 4

2008-10-09T21:06:00.000-07:00

Doug Mood and Gail Gutsche

By MATT MCLEOD
Community News Service
UM School of Journalism

Republican incumbent Doug Mood said he wants another term on the state’s Public Service Commission for two reasons: to keep energy bills low and to keep Democratic challenger Gail Gutsche from getting the job.

CLICK HERE FOR THE STORY

The Battle for Legislative Control

2008-10-09T13:38:00.001-07:00

Scores of candidates statewide are fighting for 125 seats in Montana's next Legislature. Reporters NATALIE NEUMANN and HOLLY BAKER produced this audio report on the key races Republican and Democratic strategists are watching in this year's campaign for partisan control of the state Senate and House of Representatives.

Click here for the report.

Click here for a print article on the issue.

Baucus Seeks Historic Win; Kelleher Wants a Pariliament

2008-10-09T08:27:00.000-07:00

Bob Kelleher (left) and Max Baucus

By MARK PAGE
Community News Service
UM School of Journalism

No one is more surprised than Bob Kelleher that he’s Montana’s Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate.

“I’m still trying to figure out where those 27,000 votes came from, besides my own,” he said of his June primary victory.

CLICK HERE FOR THE STORY

Candidates Spar over K-12 Schools

2008-10-07T12:26:00.000-07:00

Denise Juneau (left) and Elaine Sollie Herman

By ERICA DOORNEK
Community News Service
UM School of Journalism

Rising costs
Falling enrollments
No Child Left Behind
Full-day kindergarten
Finding and keeping good teachers

These are just some of the issues facing the state’s next top public school administrator. Candidates Elaine Herman and Denise Juneau want Montanans to know that they’re up to the job.

CLICK HERE FOR THE STORY

U-System Seeks Renewal of Property Tax

2008-10-05T13:54:00.000-07:00

Photo By Tiffany Wilson

Student Senator Tony Brockman laughs as Dustin Leftridge slaps a "6 Mill Levy" sticker on his sweater during a rally supporting the referendum at the University of Montana in Missoula.

By LAURA BARNES
Community News Service
UM School of Journalism

Since 1948, the six-mill levy has been a financial staple for Montana’s universities and colleges. On Nov. 4, Montana voters will decide whether to keep it that way.

CLICK HERE FOR THE STORY

Stock Woes Overshadow Ballot Measure

2008-10-05T13:28:00.000-07:00

By RYAN THOMPSON
Community News Service
UM School of Journalism

As the comedians say, it’s all in the timing. Wall Street's woes are casting a dark cloud over a ballot issue asking Montanans to allow the state to invest more public funds in the stock market.

CLICK HERE FOR THE STORY

A student studies the stock ticker in UM's business building. Photo by JEREK WOLCOTT >>

AG Contest Pits Outsider vs. Insider

2008-10-05T12:19:00.000-07:00

Tim Fox (left) and Steve Bullock

By MARK PAGE
Community News Service
UM School of Journalism

For Democrat Steve Bullock and Republican Tim Fox, the race to replace Attorney General Mike McGrath is a clash of experience, ideology and even style.

CLICK HERE FOR THE STORY

CLICK HERE FOR AN ANALYSIS OF THEIR TV ADS

Health Care Cost Dominates Auditor's Race

2008-10-05T12:02:00.000-07:00

Duane Grimes and Monica Lindeen

By CHRIS D’ANGELO
Community News Service
UM School of Journalism

Let’s get one thing straight: Montana’s state auditor doesn’t audit anything. What she or he really does is keep a watchful eye on the state’s insurance and investment industries and help oversee the management of more than 5 million acres of state lands.

So that explains why the two candidates for the office are spending so much time this campaign talking about the high cost of health insurance and energy.

CLICK HERE FOR THE STORY

Chief Justice Rivals Clash Over Experience

2008-10-05T11:28:00.000-07:00

Chief justice candidates Ron Waterman (left) and Mike McGrath debated in Missoula on Oct. 1. Photos by Jerek Wolcott

Candidate Bios: Mike McGrath, Ron Waterman

By ELIZABETH HARRISON
Community News Service
UM School of Journalism

Ron Waterman, a Helena attorney running for chief justice of the Montana Supreme Court, has an identity problem. Although he is reasonably well known among Montana lawyers and in his home city, this is his first run for statewide office.

His opponent, two-term Attorney General Mike McGrath has been in the news and on yard signs since he first ran for Lewis and Clark county attorney in 1982.

CLICK HERE FOR THE STORY

Parties Scramble for Legislative Control

2008-09-30T11:39:00.000-07:00

By MOLLY PRIDDY
Community News Service
UM School of Journalism

Despite the unprecedented spotlight on the race for president, the most competitive and influential races in Montana may be those for the chronically divided state Legislature.

CLICK HERE FOR THE STORY

It's Here: The Official Voters' Guide.

2008-09-28T13:34:00.000-07:00

Click on the photo for a downloadable version of the pamphlet produced by the Montana Secretary of State's office.

U.S. Senate Candidates on Parade

2008-09-23T14:59:00.000-07:00

Photos by Jerek Wolcott

Republican Bob Kelleher wore a tricked-out pair of sunglasses while opponent Max Baucus sported a more laid-back look during the University of Montana's Homecoming parade Saturday in Missoula. Kelleher's substantial eyebrows became something of a trademark after Comedy Central spoofed his 2002 senatorial race on the Green Party ticket.

The Governor's Race: More Q & A

2008-09-22T19:26:00.001-07:00

Photo by Jerek Wolcott

What priority do you give to cleaning up industrial pollution in Montana?

How would you support the increasing number of elderly Montanans?

Do you support a federally run health care system for all Americans? If not, what's your solution to making health care more available and affordable?

How would you develop Montana's oil, gas and coal resources? How would renewable fuels fit into your energy plan?

The Governor's Race: Questions and Answers

2008-09-21T20:07:00.001-07:00

Photo by Tiffany Wilson

Montana Gov. Brian Schweitzer, left, joined his Republican challenger, state Sen. Roy Brown, center, and Libertarian Stan Jones for their first gubernatorial debate on Sept. 15 at the University of Montana. Hear their answers to selected questions by clicking on the audio files below.

If elected, how would you represent Montana to the nation?

Do you believe climate change is caused by humans? Would you approve any new coal-fired power plants?

What would you do to help Montanans keep pace with the rising cost of living?

For PSC, District 3: Alan Olson

2008-09-19T07:54:00.000-07:00

REPUBLICAN

AGE: 52

BIRTHPLACE: Havre, Mont.

HOME CITY: Roundup, Mont.

FAMILY: Wife, Jean, three children

EDUCATION: Havre High School; Halliburton Energy Institute, 1982 and 1984

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Thirty years in the oil and gas industry, with Abercrombie Pipeline, Halliburton, and the Oil and Gas Division of the Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Montana House of Representatives, 2000-2008; Chairman, House Energy and Telecommunications Committee, 2005-2008; Roundup School Board, 1990-2000

MILITARY SERVICE: None

ORGANIZATIONS: Masons, Snowy Mountain Development Corp., 4-H, Montana School Boards Association, Montana Unified School Trust, Roundup Little League

CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: http://www.alanolson.com/

For PSC, District 1: Gail Gutsche

2008-09-16T09:06:00.001-07:00

DEMOCRAT
AGE: 53
BIRTHPLACE: St. Paul, Minn.
HOME CITY: Missoula, Mont.
FAMILY: Single
EDUCATION: B.A. in English, Gustavus Adolphus College, St. Peter, Minn., 1976
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Writer, consultant; former Development officer for Missoula, Planned Parenthood and the Missoula Urban Demonstraton Project; Program Coordinator for Women's Voices for the Earth; Co-owner and operator of Wild Rockies Tours in Missoula, 1996-2006; Editor of fashion trade magazine in St. Paul, Minn., 1992; Editor/writer for Salt Lake City publishing company, 1991; Editor/writer for Sun Newspapers and sports publications in Minneapolis and St. Paul, 1976-1991
POLITICAL: Member, Montana House of Representatives, 1999-2005;
MILITARY SERVICE: None
CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: http://www.gailforpsc.com/

For PSC, District 1: Doug Mood

2008-09-16T09:04:00.002-07:00

REPUBLICAN
AGE: 64
BIRTH PLACE: Grand Rapids, Minn.
HOME CITY: Seeley-Swan area
FAMILY: Wife Marion, four sons
EDUCATION: Attended the University of Montana, 1962-1967
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Vice President and Director, Pyramid Mountain Lumber, 1970-2001; Sales Manager, Pyramid Mountain Lumber, 1984-2001
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Member, Montana Public Service Commission, 2004-present; Montana House of Representatives, 1997-2004 (House Speaker, 2004); Chairman, Western Conference of Public Service Commissioners; Member, Steering Committee for Northern Tier Transmission Group
MILITARY SERVICE: None
ORGANIZATIONS: University of Montana Bureau of Business and Economic Opportunity (Board of Advisors), Montana Taxpayers Association (Board of Directors), Montana Wood Products Association, Montana Chamber of Commerce (Board of Directors), American Legislative Exchange Council, National Federation of Independent Business
CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: http://dougmood.com/

For PSC, District 2: Ron Tussing

2008-09-16T09:04:00.001-07:00

DEMOCRAT
AGE: 61
BIRTHPLACE: Buffalo, N.Y.
HOME CITY: Billings, Mont.
FAMILY: Wife Darlene, four daughters
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Sheriff of Lancaster County, Nebraska; superintendent of Nebraska State Patrol; chief of police in Billings
EDUCATION: Criminal justice degree from the University of Nebraska
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Mayor of Billings
MILITARY SERVICE: None
ORGANIZATIONS: The Yellowstone Rim Runners, the Yellowstone Valley Cycling Club, the Beartooth Paddlers and Celebrate Billings.
CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: http://www.tussingforpsc.com/

For PSC, District 2: Brad Molnar

2008-09-16T09:02:00.002-07:00

REPUBLICAN
AGE: 58
BIRTHPLACE: Walkerton, Ind.
HOME CITY: Laurel, Mont.
FAMILY: Divorced, three children and 11 grandchildren
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Grain systems contractor
EDUCATION: B.A. in Forestry, University of Montana
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Four terms in the Montana Legislature
MILITARY SERVICE: None
CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: http://molnar4psc.com/

For State Auditor: Monica Lindeen

2008-09-11T18:18:00.000-07:00

DEMOCRAT
AGE: 46

BIRTHPLACE: Ogden, Utah

HOME CITY: Huntley, Mont.

FAMILY: Husband David, three children

EDUCATION: B.A. in Education, MSU-Billings, 1992

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Semi-retired, 2000-present; Co-owner/Manager, Montana Communications Network, 1995-2000; Part-time English Instructor, MSU-Billings, 1992

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Montana House of Representatives, 1999-2006; Vice Chairman, Montana Democratic Party, 1997-2000; Candidate, U.S. House of Representatives, 2006; Candidate, Montana House of Representatives, 1996.

MILITARY SERVICE: None

CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: http://www.lindeen.net/

For State Auditor: Duane Grimes

2008-09-11T18:02:00.000-07:00

REPUBLICAN

AGE: 51

BIRTHPLACE: Spokane, Wash.

HOME CITY: Clancy, Mont.

FAMILY: Wife, Connie, three children

EDUCATION: B.A. in Theology from Bob Jones University in Greenville, S.C., 1983; M.A. in Public Administration, University of Montana, 2000.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Owner, Capital Taxi and UPS-SES Warehouse, Helena, 1999-present; Personnel Officer for Montana Department of Revenue, Helena, 1999-1994; Personnel Analyst, Montana Department of Administration, Helena, 1993-1991; Manager, Corporate Air, Helena and Billings, 1991-1988; Aircraft Mechanic, South Carolina and Idaho, 1988-1983

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Montana House of Representatives, 1993-1998; Montana State Senate, 1999-2006

MILITARY SERVICE: None

CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: http://www.grimesforauditor.com/

For Supt. of Public Instruction: Elaine Sollie Herman

2008-09-09T10:49:00.000-07:00

REPUBLICAN

AGE: 62

BIRTHPLACE: Billings, Mont.

HOME CITY: Helena, Mont.

FAMILY: Single, one daughter

EDUCATION: B.A. in Elementary Education, Montana State University, 1968; Graduate Studies at University of Guam, University of Richmond, Johns Hopkins University, and the University of Montana.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Taught elementary school in Montana, Washington, California and Guam; owns a children's clothing story; retired investment adviser

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: None

MILITARY SERVICE: None

CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: http://electelainesollieherman.com/default.html

For Supt. of Public Instruction: Denise Juneau

2008-09-09T10:46:00.000-07:00

DEMOCRAT

AGE: 41

BIRTHPLACE: Billings, Mont.

HOME CITY: Helena, Mont.

FAMILY: Unmarried

EDUCATION: B.A. in English, Montana State University; Master of Education, Harvard Graduate School of Education; J.D., The Univeristy of Montana School of Law.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Director of Indian Education, Montana Office of Public Instruction; Clerk for Montana Supreme Court Justices Jim Regnier and Brian Morris; High School Teacher, Browning, Mont., and Newtown, N.D.

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: No elective office

MILITARY SERVICE: None

ORGANIZATIONS: Retired MEA-MFT member; Montana Bar Association; Montana Human Rights Network

CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: www.juneauforkids.com

For Governor: Roy Brown

2008-09-09T09:49:00.001-07:00

REPUBLICAN

AGE: 57

BIRTHPLACE: Casper, Wyo.

HOME CITY: Billings, Mont.

FAMILY: Wife, Kim, three children

EDUCATION: B.S. in petroleum engineering, Montana College of Mineral Sciences and Technology, 1974

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Small-Business Owner; Real Estate Consultant

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: State Senator, 2007 to present; Representative, Montana House of Representatives, 1998-2006; Republican Leader, state House, 2005; Legislative Representative, Families Achieving Independence in Montana Statewide Advisory Council

MILITARY SERVICE: None.

ORGANIZATIONS: Chair, Mayfair, 1998; Board Member, Midland Empire Pachyderm Club; Montana Republican Party; Advisory Board, Montana State University-Billings School of Business; Rotary Club International; Parish Council, St. Thomas Church; Member, St. Vincent DePaul Store Committee.
CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: www.roybrownformontana.com

For Governor: Brian Schweitzer

2008-09-09T09:39:00.000-07:00

DEMOCRAT
AGE: 53
BIRTHPLACE: Havre, Mont.
HOME CITY: Whitefish, Mont.
FAMILY: Wife, Nancy, three children
EDUCATION: M.S., Soil Science, Montana State University, 1980: B.S., International Agronomy, Colorado State University, 1978
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Farmer/Rancher, Former International Irrigation Developer
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Governor, State of Montana, 2004-present; Candidate, U.S Senate, 2000; Member, National Drought Task Force, 1999; Member, U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency Committee, 1993-1999; Member, Montana Rural Development Partnership Board, 1996
MILITARY SERVICE: None
CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: brianschweitzer.com

For Attorney General: Tim Fox

2008-09-09T08:29:00.000-07:00

REPUBLICAN

AGE: 51
BIRTHPLACE: Hardin, Mont.
HOME CITY: Clancy, Mont.
FAMILY: Wife, Karen, four children

PROFESSONAL EXPERIENCE: Attorney at Gough, Shanahan, Johnson & Waterman law firm in Helena, 2003-present; Vice President and Legal Counsel at Mountain West Bank, 1999-2003; Attorney for the Montana Department of Environmental Quality, 1998-1999; Private practice, 1993-1996; Environmental Coordinator, Montana Board of Oil and Gas Conservation, 1990-1993; Attorney with Moulton, Bellingham and Longo Law Firm in Billings, 1988-1990
EDUCATION: B.A., geology, University of Montana, 1981; J.D., University of Montana School of Law, 1987
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: No elective office. Assisted Marc Racicot in his 1995 re-election bid; Appointed by Gov. Judy Martz to serve on the Montana State Banking Board
MILITARY SERVICE: None
ORGANIZATIONS: Montana Historical Society, Carroll College Saints Athletic Association, Board of Directors of a faith-based K-12 school, Board of Directors of housing projects for low income and disabled people in Billings, Board of Directors of Billings and Helena Symphony Orchestras, The Florence Crittenton Home

CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: http://www.timfox4ag.com/

For Attoney General: Steve Bullock

2008-09-09T07:40:00.000-07:00

DEMOCRAT

AGE: 42
BIRTHPLACE: Missoula, Mont.
HOME CITY: Helena, Mont.
FAMILY: Wife, Lisa, three children
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Private Law Practice in Helena, 2004-present; Attorney for Steptoe & Johnson in Washington, D.C., 2001-2004; Executive Assistant Attorney General and Acting Chief Deputy with the Montana Department of Justice, 1997-2001; Chief Legal Counsel to the Montana Secretary of State, 1994-1997; Adjunct professor of law, George Washington University Law School, 2002-2004.
EDUCATION: B.A., Claremont McKenna College, 1988; Law Degree, Columbia University Law School, 1994
MILITARY SERVICE: None
POLITICAL EXPERICE: Director of Raise Montana, the state ballot issue to raise Montana's minimum wage, 2006; delegate to the Democratic National Convention, 1992; campaign manager, Joe Mazurek's campaign for attorney general, 1992

ORGANIZATIONS: Raise Montana, Montana Democratic Party, Public Policy Counsel of the Montana Nonprofit Association, Board of Directors of Healthy Mothers-Healthy Babies, Gates of the Mountains Foundation, Lewis and Clark County Historical Preservation Commission

CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: www.stevebullock.com

For Chief Justice: Mike McGrath

2008-09-08T15:58:00.000-07:00

AGE: 61
BIRTHPLACE: Rapid City, S.D.
HOME CITY: Butte, Mont.
FAMILY: Wife, Joy, two sons
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Montana Attorney General, 2000-present; Lewis and Clark County Attorney, 1982-2000; Assistant Attorney General, 1976-1982
EDUCATION: Law degree, Gonzaga University School of Law, 1975; B.A., business administration, University of Montana, 1970
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Montana Attorney General, 2000-present; Lewis and Clark County Attorney, 1982-2000; Assistant Attorney General, 1976-1982
MILITARY EXPERIENCE: U.S. Air Force
ORGANIZATIONS: Montana Meth Project, National Association of Attorneys General, Legal Services Association, Montana County Attorneys Association, Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Helena, Helena Friendship Center, Helena Youth Basketball Association
CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: http://www.mikemcgrath.com/

For Chief Justice: Ron Waterman

2008-09-04T15:57:00.000-07:00

AGE: 64
BIRTHPLACE: Newark, N.J.
HOME CITY: Helena, Mont.
FAMILY: Wife, Mignon, two children
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Litigation Attorney, Gough, Shanahan, Johnson & Waterman,
Helena, at present; law clerk for U.S. District Judge W.J. Jameson, 1969- 1970; Admitted to practice in both state and federal courts in Montana and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. He is also admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court
EDUCATION: University of Montana, B.A., 1966; University of Montana, J.D., 1969
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: No elective office
MILITARY SERVICE: None
ORGANIZATIONS: State Bar of Montana; American Bar Association, State Membership chair, 1973-1977; the American Judicature Society, Board Member, 1979-1983; American Law Institute; and American Bar Foundation, State President, 1987-present; Board of Visitors, University of Montana School of Law; United Way; the Florence Crittenton Home, Grandstreet Community Theater
CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: http://www.waterman4justice.com/

For U.S. House of Representatives: Denny Rehberg

2008-09-04T15:26:00.000-07:00

REPUBLICAN

AGE: 52

BIRTHPLACE: Billings, Mont.
HOME CITY: Billings, Mont.
FAMILY: Wife, Jan, three children
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Rancher, Rehberg Ranch, 1982-1984, 1996-2000; Intern, Montana State Senate; Legislative Assistant, U.S. Congress
EDUCATION: B.A., Washington State University, 1977; Attended Montana State University, 1973-1974
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: U.S. House of Representatives, 2000-present; Candidate, United States Senate, 1996; Lieutenant Governor, Montana, 1991-1997; Montana State House of Representatives, 1984-1991
MILITARY SERVICE: None
ORGANIZATIONS: Billings Chamber of Commerce, Billings Downtown Rotary Club, Montana Rural Development Council, Montana Stockgrowers Association, Muscular Dystrophy Association, National Guard and Reserve Components Congressional Members Organization

CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: http://www.dennyrehberg.com/

For U.S. House of Representatives: John Driscoll

2008-09-04T13:22:00.000-07:00

DEMOCRAT

AGE: 62

BIRTHPLACE: Los Angeles, Calif.

HOME CITY: Helena, Mont.

FAMILY: Wife, Kathryn, four children

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Training Transformation Integrator, Camber Corporation, 2004-2007; Colonel, Montana Army National Guard, 2002; Joint Staff Officer, U.S Army, 1999-2000; Writer, Community Volunteer/Historian, 1993-1999; Public Utility Regulator, Public Service Commissioner, 1980-1981; Manufacturers' Representative, Self-Employed, 1978; Interregional Fire Crew Boss, Deadman IR Detail to California, U.S. Forest Service, 1978; Smokejumper, Aerial Fire Depot, U.S. Forest Service, 1977; Interregional Fire Crew Member, Bitterroot Interregional Fire Crew, U.S. Forest Service, 1975; Lookout, Magruder Ranger District, U.S. Forest Service, 1969; Smokejumper, Aerial Fire Depot, U.S. Forest Service, 1968; Forest Worker, Magruder Ranger District, U.S. Forest Service, 1965-1967

EDUCATION: Graduate, Strategic Warfare, U. S. Army War College, 1996; Graduate, Operational Warfare, U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, 1989; M.B.A., The University of Montana School of Business Administration, 1981; M.P.A., Energy and Environment, Harvard University Kennedy School of Government, 1980; Graduate, Armor Officer Advanced Course, U.S. Army Armor School, 1980; Graduate, Combat Intelligence Staff Officer, U.S. Army Intelligence School, 1971; Graduate, Infantry Officer Basic Course, Commandant List, U.S. Army Infantry School, 1970; M.I.A., Economic Development, Columbia University, School of International Affairs, 1970; B.A., Political Science, Gonzaga University, 1968

POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Candidate, U.S. Senate, Montana, 2000; Candidate, Public Service Commission, Montana, Primary Election, 1980, 1984, 1988; Candidate, Public Utility Regulator, Montana Public Service Commission, 1980; Speaker, Montana State House of Representatives, 1977; Majority Leader, Montana House, 1975; Legislator, Montana House, 1973

MILITARY SERVICE: U.S. Army (See Professional Experience)

ORGANIZATIONS: Project Coordinator, The Steward; Society of Industrial Archaeologists; Montana Historical Society; Project Management Professional, Project Management Institute; Butte Historical Society; Chairman, Doctor Steward-Storyteller Project; Electric Power Research Institute; National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissions

CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: http://web.mac.com/johndriscoll37/Montana_First/We_Can_Win%21.html

For U.S. Senate: Bob Kelleher

2008-09-04T08:51:00.000-07:00

REPUBLICAN

AGE: 85
BIRTHPLACE: Oak Park, Ill.
HOME CITY: Butte, Mont.
FAMILY: Widower, seven children
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Attorney, Kelleher Law Office, Billings and Butte, 1958-present
EDUCATION: PhB, Mount Carmel College at Niagara Falls, Ont., 1945; J.D., Catholic University of America, 1950; M.A., Catholic University of America, 1956; Graduate, U.S. Army Intelligence School, 1962; Graduate, U.S. Army and General Staff School, 1968; Graduate, U.S. Army War College, 1972; Adjunct Professor of Scandinavian Government at Montana State University, 1982-1984
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Candidate for U.S. Senate, 2002, 2006; Candidate for Montana Governor, 2004; Vice Chairman, Butte-Silver Bow Green Party, 2002-2004; Candidate for Montana Senate District 19, 2000; Democratic Nominee for Montana’s Second Congressional District, 1968, 1976; Presidential Candidate in 1976 Democratic Primary; Yellowstone County Delegate to the Montana Constitutional Convention, 1972; Chairman of the Yellowstone County Democratic Coordinating Committee, 1960s
MILITARY SERVICE: U.S. Army officer

ORGANIZATIONS: Volunteer Attorney for Maternal Life International, 1997-present; Co-founder, Billings Ecumenical Committee, 1985; President, Yellowstone Valley Claimants’ Attorneys Association, 1982-1983; President, Montana Department of the Reserve Officers Association, 1964-1965

CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: http://www.bobkelleher2008.com/

For U.S. Senate: Max Baucus

2008-09-04T08:31:00.000-07:00

DEMOCRAT

AGE: 66
BIRTHPLACE: Helena, Mont.
HOME CITY: Missoula, Mont.
FAMILY: Wife, Wanda, one son

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Attorney, George and Baucus Law Firm, 1971; Attorney, fCivil Aeronautics Board, 1967-1971
EDUCATION: L.L.B., Stanford University Law School, 1967; B.A., Economics, Stanford University, 1964
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: U.S. Senator, 1978-present; U.S. Representative, 1974-1978; State House of Representatives, 1973-1974; Executive Director and Committee Coordinator, Montana Constitutional Convention, 1972
MILITARY SERVICE: None
ORGANIZATIONS: Congressional Sportsmens Caucus, Majority Trust Co-Chair of the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee, Democratic Steering and Coordination Committee, Co-chair of Senate Beef Caucus, Senate Information Technology Caucus, Senate Rural Health Caucus, Senate Sweetener Caucus; Senate Tourism Caucus, Vice Chairman of the U.S. Bipartisan Commission on Comprehensive Health Care

CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: http://www.maxbaucus2008.com/

For Secretary of State: Linda McCulloch

2008-09-03T07:56:00.000-07:00

DEMOCRAT
AGE: 53
BIRTHPLACE: Springfield, Ohio
HOME CITY: Missoula, Mont.
FAMILY: Husband, Bill
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Faculty Affiliate, University of Montana, 1995-2000; Elementary School Librarian and Teacher, Ashland, Bonner and Missoula Public Schools.
EDUCATION: M.A., Elementary Education, University of Montana, 1990; B.A., Elementary Education, University of Montana, 1982.
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Montana Superintendent of Public Instruction, 2000-present; Montana State House of Representatives, 1994-2000.
MILITARY SERVICE: None
ORGANIZATIONS: PTA, Alpha Delta Kappa Educational Association, AAUW, Five Valleys Reading Association, Friends of the UM Library, Fort Missoula Historical Society, League of Women Voters, Missoula Folklore Society, MT Democratic Women’s Club, MT Family Union, Board Member: MT Heritage Project, MT Library Association, Board Member: MT Professional Teaching Foundation, MT State Reading Council, Board Member: Northwest Regional Educational Laboratories, Women Legislator's Lobby
CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: www.mccullochformontana.com/

For Secretary of State: Brad Johnson

2008-09-02T15:41:00.000-07:00

REPUBLICAN

AGE: 56
BIRTHPLACE: Lake Forest, Ill.
HOME CITY: Bozeman, Mont.
FAMILY: Wife, Lisa
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: Montana Secretary of State, 2004-present; Manager, Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 1985-1989; District Field Representative for Congressman Ron Marlenee, 1983-1984; Volunteer, John Connally for President, 1980;Volunteer, Richard Nixon for President, 1968; RightNow Technologies, small businessman
EDUCATION: M.S., Agriculture, University of Illinois, 1976
POLITICAL EXPERIENCE: Candidate, United States Senate, Montana, 2002; Candidate, United States Congress, Montana, 2000.
MILITARY SERVICE: None.

ORGANIZATIONS: Executive Board, Montana Republican Board, 1984-1989; Vice President, Glendale Community College Republicans, 1971; Illinois Teenage Republicans, 1967
CAMPAIGN WEB SITE: www.bradjohnson08.com/