The next big deadlines for the Montana Constitution
Democracy Legislature

The next big deadlines for the Montana Constitution

We are fiercely proud of the Montana Constitution, written by Montanans to serve Montanans. We came into this session knowing we needed to defend...
03.09.23 Read More
Stand up for fair, impartial, and unbiased Montana courts
Democracy Legislature

Stand up for fair, impartial, and unbiased Montana courts

Our democracy is built on a system of constitutional checks and balances that includes three independent branches of government. But this year, some Montana...
03.03.23 Read More
Politicians want to bring the dysfunction of Washington, D.C. to Montana
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Politicians want to bring the dysfunction of Washington, D.C. to Montana

“Are you now, or have you ever been, a partisan hack?” That is the animating question for a pile of new legislation designed to...
02.16.23 Read More
Speaking our truth, living our values
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Speaking our truth, living our values

A fundamental value of Northern Plains is that everyday people should be able to participate in the decisions that impact their communities. Our member-leaders...
02.11.23 Read More
Northern Plains to legislators: “Don’t mess with our Montana Constitution!”
Democracy

Northern Plains to legislators: “Don’t mess with our Montana Constitution!”

Northern Plains' We The People rally received widespread news coverage across the state amplifying our message and showcasing the power...
02.03.23 Read More
PRESS RELEASE: Hundreds rally in Capitol rotunda to protect Montana Constitution
Democracy

PRESS RELEASE: Hundreds rally in Capitol rotunda to protect Montana Constitution

Northern Plains organizes event to celebrate, defend Montanans’ rights FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 1, 2023 HELENA, Mont. - Despite icy roads and interstate closures,...
02.01.23 Read More
An early victory protecting our Constitution!
Democracy

An early victory protecting our Constitution!

Even before the official start of the 68th Montana Legislature, efforts were afoot to silence an important tool that our Montana Constitution grants us. Senator...
01.06.23 Read More
The ultimate expression of grassroots democracy
Democracy

The ultimate expression of grassroots democracy

The 68th Montana Legislature has officially commenced! Since our founding in 1972, Northern Plains members have had a strong influence on Montana’s laws and policies. We...
01.02.23 Read More
Protecting the Montana Constitution
Democracy

Protecting the Montana Constitution

We are fiercely proud of our Constitution, written by Montanans to serve Montanans. Now, half a century after ratification, there is a reckless extremist movement to rewrite our constitution. Read more about this landmark document and how you can take action to protect it.

11.07.22 Read More
The Montana Constitution and Northern Plains: Protecting our state since 1972
Democracy History Project

The Montana Constitution and Northern Plains: Protecting our state since 1972

In the early 1970s, something revolutionary happened. Everyday Montanans rose up, demanding a new constitution with expanded rights and freedoms that center power in the hands of the people.

10.26.22 Read More
Federal court draws new PSC districts
Democracy Gaining Ground

Federal court draws new PSC districts

On March 8th (just a week before the candidate filing deadline), a panel of federal judges drew new boundaries for Montana’s Public Service Commission...
06.02.22 Read More
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