In September, Governor Gianforte was asked to publicly affirm that his administration would support Montana election officials and respond appropriately to any attempt to intimidate voters or election workers, interfere with lawful election procedures, or improperly disrupt Montana’s elections. To date, he has not responded.
It is urgent that Governor Gianforte make that commitment!
Why?
- Aggressive and irregular interference in Wyoming’s August primary election.
- Unlawful efforts by the DOJ to obtain voter data.
- President Trump’s unconstitutional calls for Republicans to “take over” and “nationalize” voting in some jurisdictions.
- And more!
The request is simple: Governor Gianforte need not predict what the federal government will do. He only needs to publicly state what Montana will do - protect lawful voting, support election officials, coordinate with county authorities and respond appropriately to improper interference from any source.
Please join us in requesting this public commitment before Election Day, November 3rd. Click the button below for a pdf with a sample message to Governor Gianforte, email addresses, and additional information that explains why the Governor needs to publicly support all Montana voters and election workers.
You Have Your Ballot
Now What?
Be a Well-Informed Voter
Double-check your homework (or get started on your research) about the candidates and ballot measures. Please don’t base your vote on what friends have said or the junk that comes in the mail. Critically check the candidate and ballot measure websites.
For candidates, does their platform align with your core values? Does the candidate provide detailed policies on the issues that are important to you? Don’t accept platitudes for real plans. Consider what’s missing in addition to what is said. If the candidate isn’t addressing an issue that’s important to you, why not? Please take your time and do the homework.
Regarding ballot measures, please consider the real objectives for the parties arguing for and against an issue. Keep in mind that the Montana Chamber of Commerce supports a regressive sales tax and is influenced by big-money, out-of-state members such as Microsoft, Charter Communications and Verizon.
Our democracy depends on well-informed voters. Please be that voter!
City of Bozeman - Amended City Charter
The City of Bozeman Study Commission has worked diligently for the past two years to learn how our city government works and develop a plan to make it work better. The culmination of the project is a 37-page report and the proposal for an Amended City Charter plus sub-options.
To get the full story, it’s best to start with the Study Commission’s home page. For a time efficient overview of the Study Commission’s work and review of the changes proposed in the Amended City Charter, please watch the Pecha Kucha presentation on YouTube.
U.S. Senate
Website - almeforsenate.com
Platform, Positions & Plans- no webpage available
Facebook - facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584161184583
Instagram - instagram.com/almeforsenate/
YouTube - youtube.com/@almeforsenate
TikTok - N/A
Website - kyleaustinmt.com
Platform, Positions & Plans- no webpage available
Facebook - facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556644971084
Instagram - instagram.com/austin4senatemt
YouTube - youtube.com/@kyleaustinsenate
TikTok - tiktok.com/@austin4senatemt
Website - alaniformt.com
Platform, Positions & Plans - alaniformt.com/positions
Facebook - facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585054481900
Instagram - instagram.com/alaniformt/
YouTube - youtube.com/@montanamatters
Tiktok - tiktok.com/@alaniformt
Website - sethformontana.com
Platform, Positions & Plans - sethformontana.com/issues
Facebook - facebook.com/sethformontanacampaign
Instagram - instagram.com/sethbodnarcampaign/
YouTube - youtube.com/@SethForMontana
Tiktok - tiktok.com/@sethformontana
Website - N/A
Platform, Positions & Plans - N/A
Facebook - facebook.com/jami.woodman.1/
Instagram - instagram.com/woodmanjami
YouTube - N/A
Tiktok - tiktok.com/@jamiwoodman
Debates
Please click on an image thumbnail to open the video.
Montana House District 1
Website - flintformontana.com
Platform, Positions & Plans- flintformontana.com/issues
Facebook - facebook.com/FlintReport
Instagram - instagram.com/aaronflintmt/
YouTube - youtube.com/@flintformontana
TikTok - tiktok.com/@montanaaf
Website - samformontana.com
Platform, Positions & Plans- samformontana.com/policies
Facebook - facebook.com/profile.php?id=61585766866234
Instagram - instagram.com/samforstag
YouTube - youtube.com/@SamForstag
TikTok - tiktok.com/@sam.forstag
Your Title Goes Here
Website - N/A
Platform, Positions & Plans- N/A
Facebook - facebook.com/profile.php?id=61594927572421
YouTube - N/A
TikTok - N/A
Debates
Please click on an image thumbnail to open the video.
Montana Supreme Court
Judge Amy Eddy
Website: amyeddyforjustice.com
Judge Dan Wilson
Website: wilsonforjustice.com
Montana Free Press:
Meet the Flathead Valley judges squaring off for a state Supreme Court seat
Gallatin County Commissioner District 1
Zach Brown (D) (I)
Website: brownformontana.com
Dan Hill (R)
Website: hill4mt.com
Gallatin County Attorney
Audry Cromwell (D) (I)
Website: audreycromwell.com
Jordan Salo (R)
Website: saloformontana.com
Gallatin County Sheriff
J. Garrett Grimm (D) (write-in candidate)
Website: garrettgrimm.com
Montana Ballot Initiatives
Also known as the Transparent Election Initiative. I-194 would curb election spending by “artificial persons,” eliminate anonymous money, and put Montanans’ voices back at the center of our democracy.
Website: montanaplan.org
CI-132 adds the following to the Montana Constitution – “judicial elections in Montana shall remain nonpartisan.”
Website: yeson132.com
Montana Free Press –
Your guide to Montana’s 2026 ballot initiatives
Additional Information
For information about your Montana legislative candidates, the Montana Free Press provides and excellent Election Guide. However, the Guide has not been updated with website links for some candidates. If a website link is not provided, Google the candidate’s name.
You will also find lots of additional information for the federal candidates.
Important Voter Information
🚨Election Protection starts NOW
We believe that our democracy is worth protecting, and for it to survive, our elections must be free, fair, and secure. Montana elections live up to all of these standards, no matter what MAGA propaganda says.
Our team wrote an op-ed that was published in the Bozeman Daily Chronicle today titled “Gallatin Elections Are Free and Fair, so Long as Feds Don’t Interfere.” Please take a look and share it with your community (pdf).
We’re inviting you to join us in keeping Gallatin County elections free, fair, and secure. Here’s how you can:
1.
Sign up for our Election Protection Watch emails so you get local election news, calls to action, and opportunities to volunteer.
2.
Sign up to be a County Election Judge or temporary administrative clerk for elections – they need the help!
3.
Volunteer for 1) Poll Observing on Election Day (4 hr. shifts); 2) Line Support on Election Day (4 hr. shifts); Voter Protection Hotline the week prior and on Election Day (3 hr. shifts). Please use this form to sign up. Please indicate that you were referred by Indivisible Bozeman.
4.
Tell your friends and everyone in your network to do the same.
We’ll be working together to make sure that every eligible voter can cast a ballot without intimidation, elections are administered securely and according to the law, and the results are accepted and trusted. We hope you join us.
In solidarity,
Indivisible Bozeman Steering Committee & Election Protection Committee
When you complete Election Protection forms on IndivisibileBozeman.org, please check your Spam and Promotions folders for confirmation emails.
WARNING
Exercise caution with VoteSafe. org, as it is not an official voting platform. The site is connected to Elon Musk’s America PAC and gathers extensive personal details from users. Before sharing your name, address, phone number, email, or voter information, consider who might receive it. The website’s privacy policy permits sharing or selling some personal data to business partners.
Also be aware of “Ready to Register.” Another Musk/America PAC-linked voter-registration effort, this private initiative has faced warnings from election officials because mailings in other states contained outdated forms, wrong info, and incorrect addresses. Some mailings were sent to already registered or deceased individuals. Ready to Register collects personal info through its website, and reports link it to America PAC.
Good rule of thumb: For matters related to your voter registration or ballot, begin with your state or county election office. If you get voter-registration mail, text, email, or QR code from another group, don’t assume it’s fake—verify the sender before sharing personal info or following instructions. Other voter tools can help; just know who you’re sharing your info with.
Healthcare Reimagined
Exploring a Healthier Future
IMPEACH!|CONVICT!|REMOVE!
October 17, 2026
Over 600 protesters came out for Bozeman’s last protest before the mid-term election!
Hopefully, this will be our last protest for 2026 but that depends on how the regime reacts to defeat at the polls.
Please have your voting plan prepared. If you haven’t made your voting plan, do it now!
(Click here for voting plan information.)
If you have your mail-in ballot, please drop it off today at one of the Late Registration & Absentee Service locations listed on gallatinmt.gov/380/Elections.
Defend Democracy!
VOTE!
THANK YOU BOZEMAN!
Show Your Support For Our Constitution and Democracy!
Let’s share our message of solidarity and stand together in support of government
of the people, by the people, and for the people!
Calendar
October 2026
Sam Forstag - Door Knocking - October
We're in the home stretch! Join Sam's team for some serious October Door Knocking! We'll give you the tools to effectively talk with voters about why Sam has the better plan for fixing our affordability and corruption problems. Click the "More Info" button for additional details and the link to sign up for a Door Knocking shift!
Rush Hour Resistance - Every Tuesday - Gallatin County Courthouse 8-9am
Enjoy a heartwarming morning protest every Tuesday at the Gallatin County Courthouse with the grassroots organized Rush Hour Resistance! Meet from 8-9am with your favorite protest sign, a flag or just come wave at the passing commuters!
J. Garrett Grimm - Community Conversation
J. Garrett Grimm is running for Gallatin County Sheriff as a write-in candidate. You can learn more about Garrett's priorities and his vision for the Sheriff's office on Tuesday, October 20th from 9-10a at Steep Mountain Teahouse, 402 E. Main Street. Stop in, have a cup and share your law enforcement concerns with Garrett.
Standing Up For Democracy in Belgrade!
Join the Belgrade Resistance protest at Lewis & Clark Park on East Main Street every Tuesday from 12-1p. Bring your signs and meet your "No Kings" neighbors for a positive community experience.
Turn the Page Book Club - October Selection
The Turn the Page Book Club's October selection is Here Where We Live Is Our Country, The Story of the Jewish Bund by Molly Crabapple. The next meeting to discuss this selection will be Tuesday, October 27th from 4:30-6:30p in the Bitterrroot Study Room at the Bozeman Public Library.
Rush Hour Resistance - Thursday Protest - Gallatin County Courthouse - 8-9am
Because we're building on a movement, not just a moment, we've added the Thursday Rush Hour Resistance Protest at the Gallatin County Courthouse. Put a positive spin on your day with cheerful protesting, honking cars, and healthy connections.
Saturday Stand Up and Wave!
Need a protest pick-me-up? Want some supportive community time with pro-democracy peeps? Join us on Saturdays at the Gallatin County Courthouse from 12-1p! Bring your favorite sign, an American flag or just your anti-authoritarian energy and get out of the house!
Drag Me To Hell - A Halloween Drag Show!
The Countship of the Imperial Sovereign Court of the State of Montana presents DRAG ME TO HELL - Halloween Drag Show on Saturday, October 31st at the MSU Strand Union Ballroom. The doors open at 7pm and the show starts at 8pm. Attendees must be 21+. Please click "More Info" for the ticket link. (Isn't it great when Halloween falls on a Saturday?!)
November 2026
Sam Forstag - Door Knocking - Election Run-Up!
Election Day is breathing down our necks! These last days are critical! Sign up to support Sam across the finish line! Sam has the better plan for fixing our affordability and corruption problems. Help Sam's team get that message out to Bozeman voters! Click the "More Info" button for additional details and the link to sign up for a Door Knocking shift!
A Peace Vigil for Bozeman
The Gallatin Valley Interfaith Association welcomes you to join a Peace Vigil for Bozeman on Sunday, November 11th from 3:30-4:30p at the First Presbyterian Church, 26 W. Babcock Street.
Rush Hour Resistance - Every Tuesday - Across the Street From Gallatin County Courthouse 8-9am
We will be gathering on the south side of Main Street on Tuesday, November 3rd to accommodate the Election Day drive-by ballot drop-off. Supporting our democracy and voting is the theme of the day! Enjoy a heartwarming morning protest every Tuesday at the Gallatin County Courthouse with Rush Hour Resistance! Meet from 8-9am with your favorite protest sign, a flag or just come wave at the passing commuters!
Standing Up For Democracy in Belgrade!
Join the Belgrade Resistance protest at Lewis & Clark Park on East Main Street every Tuesday from 12-1p. Bring your signs and meet your "No Kings" neighbors for a positive community experience.
Rush Hour Resistance - Thursday Protest - Gallatin County Courthouse - 8-9am
Because we're building on a movement, not just a moment, we've added the Thursday Rush Hour Resistance Protest at the Gallatin County Courthouse. Put a positive spin on your day with cheerful protesting, honking cars, and healthy connections.
Healthy Gallatin - Flu and Covid 19 Vaccine Clinics
Flu season is HERE! And Covid probably won't be far behind. Get your vaccines now! It takes 2 weeks for the vaccines to be fully effective. Health Gallatin is offering vaccine clinics at 400 E. Babcock on October 16, October 23, November 6 and November 13 from 2-6pm. Please click "More Info" for the link to register.
Crankie Fest - Random Acts of Silliness
Enjoy a unique artistic performance at Crankie Fest 2026 sponsored by Random Acts of Silliness. Seating is still available for shows on Friday, November 13th at 7pm, Saturday, November 14th at 7pm and Sunday, November 15th at 5pm but you need to reserve your free tickets! Reservations are required. Open house events are also available on November 14th and 15th, no reservation required. Click "More Info" for links to reserve your ticket and find out more about the Crankie experience!
Crankie Fest - Random Acts of Silliness
Enjoy a unique artistic performance at Crankie Fest 2026 sponsored by Random Acts of Silliness. Seating is still available for shows on Friday, November 13th at 7pm, Saturday, November 14th at 7pm and Sunday, November 15th at 5pm but you need to reserve your free tickets! Reservations are required. Open house events are also available on November 14th and 15th, no reservation required. Click "More Info" for links to reserve your ticket and find out more about the Crankie experience!
Crankie Fest - Random Acts of Silliness
Enjoy a unique artistic performance at Crankie Fest 2026 sponsored by Random Acts of Silliness. Seating is still available for shows on Friday, November 13th at 7pm, Saturday, November 14th at 7pm and Sunday, November 15th at 5pm but you need to reserve your free tickets! Reservations are required. Open house events are also available on November 14th and 15th, no reservation required. Click "More Info" for links to reserve your ticket and find out more about the Crankie experience!
Recommended Protest Kit & Apparel – Comfortable clothes & shoes, phone with camera, water, snack, whistle, mask, hat, bandaids, notebook, pencil, ear plugs, hand sanitizer, handkerchief, whatever additional clothing is needed (or not) based on the weather forecast.








































































































































