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2024 Montana Election Guide
Montana Election Guide
Your guide the 2024 Montana elections
Election issues in depth
Montana State Supreme Court Candidates Corey Swanson (left) and Jeremiah Lynch (right).
Montana Supreme Court candidates lay out their views during candidate forums
The candidates competing for two open seats on the Montana Supreme Court met last week to talk about their views of the job. MTPR’s Shaylee Ragar joined Austin Amestoy to break down where they stand.
A photo of a hand holding the Big Why Logo in front of a ballot box that says "vote" and shows an American flag.
How we vote is on the ballot: Here's what the proposed changes would mean
Two proposals Montanans will vote on this year would change how the state runs its future elections. Supporters say they’ll combat political polarization and extremism. Opponents say they may muck up our elections.
Mark’s In&Out Beefburgers in Livingston, MT.
Voter voices: Montanans say they're conflicted and discouraged with their options
Before absentee ballots were sent out, MTPR’s Shaylee Ragar took a road trip to talk with Montanans about their choices in candidates, what issues are top of mind and how they plan to vote. Here’s her dispatch from the road.
Health insurance abstract concept vector illustration.
The 2024 elections could mean big changes for health care in Montana
From abortion access to getting timely care, health care reporter Aaron Bolton spoke with MTPR's Elinor Smith about the context behind some voters' concerns.
The basics of immigration, crime and borders for Montana voters
The basics of immigration, crime and borders for Montana voters
Politicians have a lot to say about drug smuggling at the southern border and whether it’s tied to immigration. So we’re going to take a few minutes to hear how Montanans’ views are shaped by political rhetoric and whether they reflect what’s really happening.
Anger, arguments, quarrels, broken negotiations, office politics, communication problems, two businessmen arguing and blaming each other at a broken desk
Inflation, politics and 'the three Ps' of informed economic voting
MTPR’s Austin Amestoy did some digging to find out how much the cost of living has changed over the last four years, how much influence politicians have over your pocketbook, and how voters can weigh these economic issues at the ballot box.
Illustration of two groups of activists protesting against each other holding generic signs that say 'yes' and 'no'.
Montanans share their concerns ahead of abortion rights vote
Abortion rights advocates are asking Montana voters to add protections for abortion access into the state Constitution.
Illustration of a politician speaking at a podium. His shadow shows a long nose, as if it's growing while he speaks.
Trust in government is near historic lows, driving some people away from the ballot box
As reporters at Montana Public Radio talked with potential voters this year, "trust," or the lack of it, came up a lot. Some Montanans don’t feel like it’s worth casting a ballot. They don’t feel heard by the people campaigning to represent them in government.
2024 election news from Montana Public Radio and Yellowstone Public Radio
Montana News
Montana voting FAQs
Elinor Smith
Frequently asked questions about voting in Montana.
Mark’s In&Out Beefburgers in Livingston, MT.
Shaylee Ragar
Montana News
Voter voices: Montanans say they're conflicted and discouraged with their options
Shaylee Ragar
Montana Legislature Senate chambers.
Nick Mott
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Montana Public Radio
Montana News
Legislature faces lawsuit over restrictions on public access to lawmaker communications
Ellis Juhlin

We're putting your voices at the center of our 2024 election coverage.

We want to hear from you, especially if you’re a first-time voter or if you have felt left out of the election process in the past. We want to help and will use our fact-based reporting to add depth and context to the 2024 campaigns.

You can send us your questions about the issues and candidates you want to know more about to news@mtpr.org or use the form below.

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Dannie Morgan, 74, eats breakfast at a cafe in White Sulphur Springs, MT on Sept. 26, 2024.
Dannie Morgan
"A lot of people say, well, I don’t like Trump. Well, I don’t either, as a person. He’s a New Yorker. He’s got a harsh mentality. But he at least presents some policies that try to make some sense.”
Todd Williams, 68, stopped for lunch at Mark’s In&Out Beefburgers in Livingston, MT on Sept. 26, 2024.
Todd Williams
"You’re voting against extremism. You’re voting against dictatorships like in Hungary. You’re voting against the disruption in Venezuela. You’re voting against some of these things — all you have to do is look at world news and you can see it’s going on in other places. Why not the United States of America? Because we’re so special? We’re not so special.”
Camden Erickson, 21, spent the morning scouting for elk outside of Ennis, MT on Sept. 27, 2024.
Camden Erickson
"The average person doesn’t really have much of a say in the election. I feel like it’s driven by money, and people who have a lot of money have a big sway in the election.”
Patricia Old Person Deveraux, 58, holds up a drum bag part of the merchandise she’s selling at the Last Chance Pow Wow in Helena, MT on Sept. 28, 2024.
Patricia Old Person Devereaux
"If they’re not for the people, then I ain’t going to vote for them. If they’re against certain groups, I’m not going to vote for them. My heart and my soul won’t let me. Because I have to go for what is right and just and beautiful,”
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