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Whopper of the Day:
Setting the record straight on brian schweitzer's rhetoric
...On "Signed" Agreements (July 28, 2008)
Governor Brian Schweitzer told the Associated Press he hadn’t signed an interstate pact which aimed to prevent future outbreaks of brucellosis in cattle. However, Governor Schweitzer had signed the pact less than a week earlier, on June 27th, but that wasn’t public until late July. Despite being caught in a blatantly false statement, he maintains that he was “truthful” all along.
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...On State Agencies "Needing" Increased Spending (July 24, 2008)
In 2007, Brian Schweitzer preached about state government’s dire need for additional funds as they implemented the largest budget in state history. As the first fiscal year comes to a close, Governor Schweitzer proudly proclaimed that state agencies spent at least $14 million less than they were authorized; clearly illustrating his claims of need were overblown. Now excess tax dollars are sitting in Helena instead of in the pockets of taxpayers who are struggling to fill their gas tanks and put food on the table. Click here for the facts.
...On Barack Obama (July 23, 2008)
Earlier this year, Brian Schweitzer didn’t believe Barack Obama could win in Montana, and his public statements supported that belief. He even criticized Obama’s policies on a wide range of issues. However, now that Senator Obama is the Democrat nominee, Governor Schweitzer has changed his mind and believes Obama will compete in Montana and can win.
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...On Agriculture and Water (July 22, 2008)
Brian Schweitzer has touted the importance of agriculture and his credentials as a farmer since his first campaign for Governor in 2004, even touting the importance of irrigation to those who make their living off the land. However, as Governor, Schweitzer traveled to Washington, D.C. to support the Clean Water Restoration Act, which sought to regulate all waters in Montana and would have put the water that producers depend on in the hands of bureaucrats in Washington, DC. Click here for the facts.
...On "Open For Business" (July 18, 2008)
In his first State of the State address, Brian Schweitzer proclaimed that Montana was “open for business.” However, independent studies and statements from business developers point to a friendlier business climate in neighboring states, leaving Montanans at a disadvantage when it comes to bringing in new business. Click here for the facts.
...On The "New" Bull Mountain Mine (July 17, 2008)
In a press release today from the Governor’s office, Brian Schweitzer takes credit for the opening of a “new mine” at Bull Mountain. Records show that the mine has been in existence for years and was re-permitted under the Martz administration. Today’s announcement represents a transfer of ownership and a promising future for the mine, but the mine itself is not a new development. Click here for the facts.
...On Increased Coal Production (July 16, 2008)
In a pro-Brian Schweitzer radio ad promoting the Governor’s re-election, Schweitzer takes credit for increasing coal production in Montana. However, news accounts report that his administration has failed to move forward on development of Otter Creek, while records prove that Wyoming’s 2006 annual coal production increased by more than Montana’s total coal production in the same year. Click here for the facts.
...On Increased Oil Production (July 15, 2008)
In a pro-Brian Schweitzer radio ad promoting the Governor’s re-election, Schweitzer claims oil production in Montana is on the increase. However, records prove that oil production in Montana is on the decrease.
...On Job Creation (July 14, 2008)
In a pro-Brian Schweitzer radio ad promoting the Governor’s re-election, Schweitzer claims that Montana is experiencing record job growth with over 1,500 new jobs each month. However, labor statistics clearly demonstrate that jobs are actually on the decline in Montana, and unemployment is on the rise. Click here for the facts.