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A call for balanced government

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Vote Democrat In my opinion, the control of both the executive and legislative branches by the current Republican administration and Congress has accelerated a deeply concerning decline in our nation's foundational systems and global standing. I also believe there has been a relentless focus on deregulating major industries that has dismantled decades of critical environmental protections, accelerating habitat destruction and leaving public health vulnerable to industrial pollution. I also believe there have been economic policies favoring tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy and they have worsened wealth inequality, putting an unsustainable financial strain on the middle and working classes while ballooning our national debt. I believe the administration has an isolationist foreign policy and erratic approach to international diplomacy and they have severely damaged our relationships with our global allies. By retreating from international agreements, I believe this administration has created a dangerous leadership vacuum on the world stage. I believe, we urgently need a return to balanced governance that prioritizes long-term economic equity, environmental stewardship, and responsible global leadership. This year, let’s choose leaders who will defend our democracy and build a country that works for all of us, not just a few. I encourage everyone to vote Democratic in this year’s elections. Let’s move our country forward-with hope, with unity, and with a commitment to justice and opportunity for all.

Beck Conners

Lewistown

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