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
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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
Debate
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Montana Supreme Court
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
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.
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Sign up to be a County Election Judge or temporary administrative clerk for elections – they need the help!
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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.
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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
Stand Up & Wave!
July 4, 2026
We had an terrific turnout and community response for donations for families that have been
impacted by the brutal ICE raids in our community!
With very little lead time, we had over 300 protesters join the Stand Up & Wave team
PLUS a massive amount of food donations.
(What you see in the photos doesn’t come close to representing the volume of food donated.)
But hey, our country’s 250 birthday is a GREAT DAY TO PROTEST!
THANK YOU BOZEMAN!
“Remember kids, the most patriotic thing you can do is speak out against your government!”
Bryan Andrews – Independence Day (check it out!)
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
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.
Absentee Voters - Have you received your ballot?
Have you received your ballot in the mail? It has been a week since the ballots were mailed. If you haven't received your ballot, please call the Gallatin County Elections office at (406) 582-3060.
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!
IMPEACH! CONVICT! REMOVE! - PROTEST!
Join us for the LAST BIG PROTEST BEFORE THE ELECTION! Our theme is IMPEACH! CONVICT! REMOVE! We will be lining up on Main Street with our signs, our costumes, our positivity from 12-1pm on Saturday, October 17th. Please click "More Info" for more info!
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!
J. Garrett Grimm - Meet & Greet
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 Sunday, October 18th from 9-10a at Mukai Coffeehouse Conference Room, 2051 W. Oak Street, Suite 5. Stop in, have a cup and share your law enforcement concerns with Garrett.
Rush Hour Resistance - Every Tuesday - Gallatin County Courthouse 8-9am
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!
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.
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 Clinic - Gallatin County Fairgrounds
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 a vaccine clinic at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds, 901 N. Black Avenue, Exhibit Hall #1 on Thursday, October 22 from 2-6pm. Please click "More Info" for the link to register.
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!
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!
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.
















































































