Post by Poor Richard on Oct 30, 2024 18:03:55 GMT -7
Jon Tester exaggerates Tim Sheehy’s stance on public lands
KBZK reports "The federal government owns about 30% of Montana’s landmass, and many state residents use that land for hunting, fishing, boating, hiking and other types of recreation.
So, it’s no surprise that public lands are a top issue in Montana’s close Senate contest between incumbent Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Tester and Republican challenger Tim Sheehy. In a 2024 survey, the University of Montana found that 47% of the state’s voters described "clean water, clean air, open spaces and public lands" as "very important" and "a primary factor" in determining their vote, and 36% said it would be one of the factors.
On Aug. 20, Tester posted on X, "In Montana, we cherish our public lands. But Tim Sheehy called to transfer them off, so the ultra-rich can buy them up.""
Read the full story here.
So, it’s no surprise that public lands are a top issue in Montana’s close Senate contest between incumbent Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Tester and Republican challenger Tim Sheehy. In a 2024 survey, the University of Montana found that 47% of the state’s voters described "clean water, clean air, open spaces and public lands" as "very important" and "a primary factor" in determining their vote, and 36% said it would be one of the factors.
On Aug. 20, Tester posted on X, "In Montana, we cherish our public lands. But Tim Sheehy called to transfer them off, so the ultra-rich can buy them up.""
Read the full story here.