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Legislative Roundup: This Week’s “What The Fuckery”
Galloway has introduced a bill that would require ALL cell phones in Montana be installed with an ”obscenity” filter. Notably, she provides no definition for “obscenity.” Make no mistake, this is a government surveillance bill.
ELECTIONS
Congratulations to Cascade Election Administrator Terry Thompson
Her competence and commitment to open and fair elections is a welcome relief after the chaos created by Clerk and Recorder Sandra Merchant, Commissioner Rae Grulkowski, and their gaggle of goofy election deniers.
CITY
Some Thoughts for The City Safety Committee
After the previous safety levy for the City of Great Falls failed in the last election by a wide margin, 9,095 no to 5,620 yes, the city went back to the drawing board, beginning by appointing another advisory group to study the issue. We decided to put out a few thoughts as this advisory begins its work.
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What the Funk
wtf406.com/2026/09/steven-galloway-files-for-local-senate-seat/
Steven Galloway Files for Local Senate Seat
Steven Galloway files to run for the local seat in senate district 11. Discover what this means for Cascade County.
What the Funk
wtf406.com/2026/09/myth-of-the-moderate-republican/
Myth of the Moderate Republican
Examine the role of moderate Republicans in current politics. Understand the implications of not supporting Democratic candidates.
What the Funk
wtf406.com/2026/09/republican-flat-tax-is-great-if-you-make-more-than-91000-a-year/
Republican Flat Tax is Great. . . If You Make More Than $91,000 a Year
Uncover why the Republican Flat Tax is not so great for low-income earners while benefiting the wealthy in Montana.
What the Funk
What the Funk
wtf406.com/2026/08/how-much-are-you-paying-for-troy-downings-campaign/
How Much Are You Paying for Troy Downing’s Campaign?
Discover how taxpayers are indirectly paying for Troy Downing's campaign through the franking privilege to reach constituents.
What the Funk
Dark money groups continue their spending to influence our elections. They are relentless because they have a nearly bottomless well of money to fund their
Dark Money Drowns Out Candidates
Candidates have enough trouble getting their message out. They don’t need billionaires from outside of Montana trying to drown out their voice.
What the Funk
In a place where the majority of officials are Republicans who believe the trickle down mythology, public services take a back seat to attracting big
Let’s Play Wheel Of Fortune. . .Someone Always Loses
In a place where the majority of officials are Republicans who believe the trickle down mythology, public services take a back seat to attracting big businesses. So Joe Brigg’s Wheel of Fortune offers nothing but cuts to services which erode the quality of life in Great Falls. But in fairness to J...
What the Funk
wtf406.com/2026/08/in-it-to-well-lose-it/
Understand the factors leading to a Republican win in the Montana Senate race, as neither Democrat nor Independent won't back out.
What the Funk
Montana spineless senators vote Todd Blanche Attorney General in a surprising political move that raises questions.
What the Funk
wtf406.com/2026/08/if-an-idea-seems-too-cute-by-half-it-is-probably-a-bad-idea/
If an idea seems too cute by half, it is probably a bad idea.
Delve into the controversy surrounding electing nominations this election year in Montana and the candidates on the ballot.