Reply #6: I called Tester's campaign office a few days ago to ask his

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position on choice/reproductive rights because he had nothing on his website.

I expected to talk to a staffer but the guy who answered the phone said Jon is right here and I will let you talk to him directly. I told him I did not live/vote in Montana and friendly staffer indicated it did not matter. He handed the phone to Jon without even asking my name.

I was stunned to have this access.

Jon and I talked for approximately 20 minutes about a wide range of national political issues, farming and ranching and public education. He was really easy to talk to and very forthcoming. Montana is lucky to have a real person instead of an empty suit running for the U.S. Senate.

I sent him a small check. I no longer give money to the DNC - I just find the candidates I want to support and do it directly.