Our View: Hi-Line darts and laurels

Laurel

All praise to 5,064 voters in Hill County who got to the polls and let their voices be heard Tuesday. Decisions made by the Montana Legislature probably have more impact on people’s day-to-day lives than congressional decisions. People have a right and a responsibility to express their opinions.

Dart

In all, 46.7 percent of the electorate did not show up at the polls and a whole lot more haven’t even registered to vote. That means a small minority of the people in Hill County will make decisions for everyone. Let’s make it a priority to get more people out to vote in off-year elections.

Laurel

The voters of Montana — at least those who showed up to the polls — overwhelmingly rejected this week a proposal to make it harder to vote. The proposal would have eliminated Election Day registration. We think the voters acted wisely.

Laurel

Once again this year, a group of Havre residents will put on a Thanksgiving dinner for all of Havre. It’s unique on the Hi-Line and another example of Havre friendliness. Organizers are looking for volunteers to cook, serve, clean up and drive food to shut-ins. If you are free for a couple of hours on Thanksgiving, volunteer to help out.