Hem
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This^^^
Good comment Bourbon.
Bozeman: is it really that bad anymore?
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Good comment Bourbon.
elevatorman
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This is why I get irritated when our county literally advertises to attract tourism. No don't attract people to come here. Leave it alone. The ones that find there way out here on their own, ok. But dagnabit quit inviting them. We don't want a bunch of city folks coming out here so the folks on the county board have more money to spend from sales tax revenue.
I feel for yall out in MT. Its sad to see such a good place lost to folks who should've stayed in California. What I don't get is if you want to move out to somewhere where there ain't much, don't move there then want a Starbucks and target. Move there and be happy with gas station coffee and a general store, or don't move there in the first place!
I feel for yall out in MT. Its sad to see such a good place lost to folks who should've stayed in California. What I don't get is if you want to move out to somewhere where there ain't much, don't move there then want a Starbucks and target. Move there and be happy with gas station coffee and a general store, or don't move there in the first place!
The Hedgehog
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BourbonSnowCone
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Born and raised here but has spent most of his post-military life in CA. Was living there when we got the 2nd congressional seat. I doubt he gladhands in Santa Barbara in a jean jacket and work gloves.
https://www.politico.com/news/2022/05/13/zinkes-wife-primary-residence-california-montana-00032405
I also forgot about our esteemed State Auditor Troy Downing.
https://www.bozemandailychronicle.c...cle_1f3e9b5e-6f7e-5bf5-948a-d4180ca280ab.html
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The Hedgehog
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You may disagree with Zinke’s politics, his party, and voting record, but he’s a Montanan. He married a woman from California. He’s a republican. You don’t have to like it. Go back and read about his military service, then come back and talk some more shit.
BourbonSnowCone
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Not questioning his military service. Just his commitment to Montanans instead of pandering to the next political appointment/election. I spent way too long in the military not to recognize someone willing to say any or use anyone to get what he wants. Never trust anyone with their face on a campaign bus.
Raisin Bran
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Raisin Bran
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This is s definition of a politician…..not a persons residence status. I agree with @Greenhorn….try a less controlling search engine than Google sometime…..you might be surprised what you learn!
antlerradar
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The problem with most, both Democrat and Republicans politicians is that they spend too much time in Washington and in time they represent Washington and K street interests. I would propose residency rules that would require politicians to return back and live and work in their districts for at least one election cycle before they are eligible to run for reelection.
Straight Arrow
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No doubt that Ryan Zinke is an authentic Montana raised, educated, and accomplished military veteran. However, by all accounts he is a political "climber", with mostly self-focused interests. Hopefully his interests will mostly coincide with what's best for Montana. We'll see.
When a freshman Congressman raised his hand and said "Pick ME!" as then candidate Donald Trump was considering a running mate, that spoke volumes about Zinke.
I seriously doubt that he sought the VP status as something for Montana.
BourbonSnowCone
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Would I learn something different than they claimed homestead exemption for their house in CA? Which is only allowed in your place of primary residence. My point is not to bag just on Republicans (although they seem to make it very easy). My point is the politicians mentioned above would have had no shot getting elected in MT 25 years ago. The same goes for any Democrat in a similar situation. We’ve become so focused on partisan politics and straight party voting that we encourage despicable behavior from our politicians and will never hold them accountable for such behavior, regardless of political party. To say we have a broken system is an understatement.This is s definition of a politician…..not a persons residence status. I agree with @Greenhorn….try a less controlling search engine than Google sometime…..you might be surprised what you learn!
JEL
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Part time. We also have a farm/ranch on the hi-line.
noharleyyet
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Appreciate your quoted portion.
Amen... Yet, party line vote the garbage your party feeds, be it Blue or Red.
Bozeman? Not sure the relation to this thread. Meh, what does it matter... It's Montana related.
I liked our previous Martz, Schweitzer, Tester, Daines, Baucus mix mash. It was a quality check and balance. I vote from an Independent platform and disappointed Cooney didn't take it though would have preferred Fox overall.
As we say at work, on a frequent basis, "and this day too shall pass".
I buried a dog near one of the landmarks in your photo. That’s a special place up there for sure.
Northwoods Labs
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This is from a while ago........but based on my experience the original poster was spot on with his assessment of VRBO, etc based on my experience. I lived next to a VRBO on a lake (I rented a place next door). It was a constant influx of people and the owners did a poor job of checking who was renting. Fourth of July was a shit show over there. The people renting had no respect for the natural resources and lake, often jet skiing close to shore causing massive wakes that eroded the shoreline. The owners cut down all kinds of oak trees along the shoreline to enhance the view. All the VRBO, ect in my area are owned by people from the Twin Cities, many of whom own multiple rentals.
Northern Wisconsin sucks by the way, the mosquitoes are terrible, don't mention the black flies. All the ticks have lyme disesase. Wolves kill everything. People should just keep moving to Montana
