Gabriel Bradshaw
Gabriel Bradshaw (Democratic) Gabriel Bradshaw earned a high school diploma from Lockwood High School. His career experience includes working in public relations.
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“The people of house district 40 deserve healthcare. no matter how much or how little you make or where you happen to live in Montana you deserve healthcare. that is why as a representative in the Montana state legislature I will vote to protect and expand Medicaid so that all Montanans can get the care, they need no one should die immaturely due to a lack of healthcare coverage.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey)Mike Vinton
Mike Vinton (Republican) Official legislative biography notes: Born 1966 in Whitefish; graduate of White Sulphur Springs High School; B.S. in computer engineering, Montana Tech; MBA, University of Phoenix; general contractor; past president, Billings Home Builders Association; current first vice president, Montana Builders Industry Association; member of Lockwood Optimist Club; served in House since 2025; spouse’s name is Sen. Sue Vinton; four children.
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“Montana families are working harder than ever, yet the cost of living continues to rise. Too often, government is part of the problem. I believe in the conservative principles that built our state: smaller government, lower taxes, and less unnecessary interference in people’s lives and businesses.”
(Mike Vinton campaign website) “As a business owner, I see firsthand how excessive regulation and government spending increase costs for everyone—from housing and construction to everyday goods and services. While regulations are sometimes necessary to protect public safety, too many rules simply add bureaucracy, drive up prices, and make it harder for Montana businesses and families to succeed.”
(Mike Vinton campaign website) “I believe taxpayers know better than government how to spend their own hard-earned money. Our focus should be on responsible budgeting, protecting essential services, and making sure government lives within its means—just like Montana families do.”
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