Posts Tagged ‘Government’
Jesus Didn’t Avoid Politics — He Redefined Leadership
For generations, we’ve been told that politics and religion shouldn’t mix. But when you read the Gospels, that claim falls apart. Jesus spoke often about leadership, justice, authority, and accountability. His ministry wasn’t detached from civic life—it confronted corruption, challenged entrenched power, and taught what righteous governance looks like. Jesus regularly engaged the Sadducees, the…
Read MoreVetting Candidates Doesn’t Divide Republicans — Dishonesty Does
I’m new to state politics — and I’ll be honest, from the outside it looks like a game. But once you’re inside it, you realize quickly it’s no joke. Too many people treat lawmaking like a sport, where scoring points matters more than doing what’s right. But this isn’t a game — it’s people’s families,…
Read MoreInterim Study Committees: Stop Studying the Problem — Start Solving It
Legislators don’t get paid much for the incredible work they do — it’s long hours, tough decisions, and plenty of sacrifice. For many, interim study committees are one of the few chances to earn a little extra. But the real question is: are all of them necessary? Most of the time, we already know what…
Read MoreLegislative Poison Pills: How Good Laws Get Killed in the Shadows
Every legislative session in Helena, lawmakers roll out their “good bills” — proposals they say will fix what’s broken, protect the rights Montanans care about, or keep government in check. But too often, those promises don’t survive the journey from committee to the Governor’s desk. Somewhere between the first draft and the final vote, bills…
Read MoreFreedom Starts Around the Dinner Table with a Strong Family
Freedom doesn’t begin in Washington, Helena, or even at the ballot box. It starts at home. The family is where the habits of liberty are first learned, where responsibility, respect, and faith are passed from one generation to the next. When families are strong, our communities thrive. Parents teach their children that freedom comes with…
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