Author Archives: Mark Luebeck

The Helena Independent Record published an article today that interviewed medical marijuana patients that have quit dangerous prescription painkillers and switched to medical marijuana. Republican state senator Jim Shockley opines that he wants to pass legislation that will repeal Montana’s … Continue reading →

Judge Nels Swandal raised $45,500 and Beth Baker raised $53,000 so far in their bids for the Montana Supreme Court. You can read the Helena Independent Record article here.

Retired U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor argues in a New York Times opinion published today that state judges should not be elected. She argues against lifetime appointments and election of judges: But judges with a lifetime appointment are … Continue reading →

The Billings Gazette interviewed Judge Sidney Thomas this morning regarding his consideration by President Obama for the U.S. Supreme Court: “It was an honor to be considered,” said the 56-year-old University of Montana Law School alum. “Elena Kagan is an … Continue reading →

The NY Times reports that Obama will nominate Solicitor General Elena Kagan to be the next U.S. Supreme Court justice. Read it here.