Focus on Warden's record, not his age

Finley Warden’s opponent wants voters focused on his age instead of his record, because when voters look beyond age and examine what he has already accomplished, they see a purposeful and knowledgeable candidate fighting for our community.

 Finley Warden is a critical thinker who, while completing his education, worked in the 2023 and 2025 legislative sessions. He has worked to advance school reforms and eliminate leftwing ideology from Montana classrooms.

When liberal legislators, including Linda Reksten, questioned whether these problems existed, he did not back down. He then spent two years as a citizen journalist attending and documenting teacher union conferences across Montana where ideological topics such as LGBTQ Activism, Critical Race Theory, as well as Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion that were being explicitly taught to educators as part of their required teacher training.

His work has spurred calls for stronger enforcement of existing laws and much-needed reforms among parents, lawmakers and education leaders. Senate President Matt Regier and the Montana Superintendent of Public Instruction, Susie Hedalen, have announced the first proposed legislation for the 2027 session in response to discoveries made by Finley Warden. The bill aims to eliminate these practices from Montana’s teacher training programs.

As chair of the House Education Committee, the opponent has consistently voted with Democrats in favor of advancing liberal ideologies like transgender surgeries for minors and allowing Drag Queen Performances in our classrooms.

Warden chose to run for HD 13 so the district would have a voice in Helena that reflects our values, not a go-along-to-get-along politician backed by liberal donors. Warden’s résumé is one of diligence and determination, traits often lacking in politicians.

Finley Warden has demonstrated a great deal of strength of character and effectiveness.  He can be a leader for years to come.

– Marylee Syme, Bigfork