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Viewpoint: State officials refuse to address climate change

Peyton Olson| December 26, 2024| News

By Anne Hedges, Missoula Current

If the role of elected officials is to serve the people, Montana officials have missed the memo. Instead, many are bowing to an industry that seeks to enrich shareholders at the cost of everyday Montanans and our climate.

Gov. Gianforte held an invite-only energy meeting last week, but his guest list failed to include anyone who represents the working class or job-creating renewable energy businesses.

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Last modified: January 2, 2025

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