Sexual Liberation is the idea that people should be able to express their sexuality without shame, judgment, or discrimination. This liberation acknowledges diverse sexual identities and practices, advocating for a society that respects individual choices and autonomy. The Role of Power in Sexual and Reproductive RightsPower impacts our decisions about our bodies, sexuality, and reproduction….
As I reflect on my time with Forward Montana, I’m overwhelmed with pride for everything we’ve accomplished — everything YOU’VE helped accomplish! Our wins belong to all of us; everything we’ve achieved has been built on the work of the organizers and leaders who came before me, and the work of the brilliant team I’ve…
Exploring the Role of the Montana Supreme Court In the vastness that is the Montana legal landscape, the Montana Supreme Court stands tall as the ultimate pillar of justice and constitutional interpretation. Serving as the highest court of last resort in the state, it plays a pivotal role in ensuring the fair application of laws…
Have you ever had the experience where you’re listening to someone speak, trying to understand what they’re saying, but once they finish the best you’ve got is a blank stare because you don’t know wtf they just said? That’s kinda what it feels like sitting in on a city commission meeting for the first time. Every month I…
It’s that time of the year again! Time for Forward Montana Board Elections. We are filling five spots on our board and have 20 awesome candidates. If you are a member of Forward Montana (aka you have donated $10 or more or volunteered for two hours or more in the past year) you are able…
Please see the below statement from Kiersten Iwai, Executive Director: Friends– Over the past week, dedicated elections officials across the state have been counting ballots cast in the 2022 Montana General Election. Some races were determined by dozens of votes (or even less!) which is why it’s important to wait for every last vote to…
Jim Brown Jim Brown has served as the chair of the Public Service Commission since 2020 and prior to that served as a private attorney. In 2013, he represented American Tradition Partnership, a group who was found to have broken campaign finance laws. He is endorsed by Gov. Greg Gianforte, Attorney General Austin Knudsen, and…
For the first time since 2019, Forward Montana will host our premiere event of the year, Rockstar Hall of Fame, where we celebrate our community and partners and honor Montanans who have worked tirelessly to make our communities a better place. 2022 also marks the 18th year of Forward Montana, so we’re throwing it back…
From May 3rd – May 8th, 2022, Forward Montana went on the road. We started in MT01 (the new western district) and stopped in Butte, Missoula, Kalispell, and Bozeman before heading to MT02 (the eastern district) for a finale in Billings. We invited all the candidates running in the congressional race (Republicans, Democrats, Libertarians, and…
