Legislature needs to roll up sleeves and work across the aisle

The 66th Montana Legislative Session began Jan. 7 and, based on the 3,101 bills that have been submitted so far, lawmakers will be working in overdrive. For Democrats, top priorities include keeping health care accessible for all Montanans, promoting good-paying jobs by investing in sustainable infrastructure, and passing a viable budget that allows for an adequate rainy-day fund.

Democratic leaders urge members of both parties to roll up our sleeves and work across the aisle to solve problems. We will put a premium on bipartisanship and civility this session — it’s what our citizens expect an...