Candidates for governor — minus Gianforte — address agriculture via internet

Williams highlighted her professional career, saying she would bring a fresh perspective to the governor’s office and that she has experience helping rebuild economies after disasters. She also pointed to her running mate, eastern Montana barley farmer Buzz Mattelin, saying his perspective would raise the platform of agriculture in her administration.

“New challenges require new skills in the governor’s office,” Williams said. ” … I think we need someone with business experience, a fighter, who will bring big, bold ideas to Helena. And I’ll have a farmer at my side. Rural Montanans must help lead on all decisions for our state.”

HOLLY K. MICHELS