Letter to the editor: Democratic infighting only helps Kurt Alme

A letter to the editor argues that infighting among Montana Democrats is helping Republican-leaning candidates. The writer contends Democrats focus on attacking Seth Bodner and each other rather than promoting their own message, and claims that this would make it harder for Democrat Kurt Alme to win. The letter also says Republicans are likely to retain support, forcing Alme to pull votes away, which the author argues could benefit Alani Bankhead. It further claims that Democrats could improve their chances against Alme by shoring up Kyle Austin, a Libertarian candidate in a four-way race, thereby redirecting votes. The author frames the broader context as a period when the president is described as unpopular and facing controversies tied to inflation and an “illegal” war, but the central claim remains that Democrats should reduce internal conflict and focus on campaigning.