It seems Montana politicians are way out front of most folks in making announcements about running for office in 2012.

Yes, 2012.

Maybe we should get the 2010 elections out of the way first?

I have not heard of anyone announcing they are running for President yet in 2012, but here in Montana we’ve heard U.S. Senator Jon Tester publicly announce that he was running for reelection in 2012.

In Tester’s case, I think he had to make the announcement early because this will help prevent his unhappy base of support from taking on the politically-wounded and weak first termer in a primary. His record of accomplishments is lacking, plus he’s broken several campaign promises, so he’s running scared.

Just yesterday, I heard that former Republican senate leader Corey Stapleton of Billings announced that he is running for Governor. Probably like most people, I muttered something like, “Who cares?” or “Why?” when I heard the news. Continue reading →