Earlier this year, I reached out to the three federal officeholders representing Bozeman: Sens. Steve Daines and Jon Tester and Rep. Ryan Zinke. At first, all three agreed to meet with me in D.C. but Sen. Tester’s office stopped responding when the date of the meetings approached. I was able to meet with the staff of Sen. Daines and Rep. Zinke and they were very concerned with the issue raised.
Ultimately, it was Rep. Zinke who took the lead and over the course of several months as his office worked with me to gather the facts and then prepare a demand that AG Garland enforce the relevant civil rights laws.
While I remain quite disappointed that Sen. Tester’s office apparently caved to political pressure and chose to not meet with me, I am incredibly proud that Rep. Zinke took the time to meet and followed through with his promise to help.
Rep. Zinke is a leader who understands the needs of vulnerable constituencies. It’s easy to pay for ads that present a glowing image of a candidate, but actions matter more and Rep. Zinke has proven to be a Congressman who responds to his constituents.
I am very proud to have him representing me in Congress and on my own behalf I urge Montana voters to look at Rep. Zinke’s commitment to justice and equality this November. Follow this read more.
Marc Greendorfer, President, Zachor Legal Institute,
Bozeman