Montana 2026Voter Guide
Judge Amy Eddy
- Judge on Montana’s 11th Judicial District Court
- Advocate for independent, non-partisan courts free of corporate and special interests
- Endorsed by Montana workers, teachers, and more
Judge Dan Wilson
- Endorsed by the Montana Chamber of Commerce
- Backed by special interests including oil and gas companies
- Has ruled on behalf of developers over public land advocates
Judge Amy Eddy
Judge Eddy has sentenced people who have committed violent acts and upheld convictions to keep Montana communities safe. Eddy says that she “knows that a consistent rule of law is critical—not just for public safety, but also for the health of Montana’s economy.”
Judge Dan Wilson
As a judge, Wilson has repeatedly allowed violent criminals to serve little to no jail time, even in cases of domestic and sexual abuse. In one case, Wilson allowed someone who pleaded guilty to the felony “Strangulation of Partner or Family Member” to be released without serving jail time. The offender was arrested and charged with the same crime less than a year later. He also let a man charged with “Sexual Abuse of Children” avoid jail time, and the man committed the same offense while out on the plea bargain Wilson approved.
Judge Amy Eddy
Judge Eddy has stressed the importance of a truly nonpartisan Supreme Court, pledging not to attend any political party events or meet with any political leaders. She identifies as an independent and said, “I don’t want to be tied to any party platform.”
Judge Dan Wilson
Wilson is endorsed by the Montana Chamber of Commerce, which represents corporate interests. He has received campaign donations from gas and oil companies, developers, and others.
Judge Amy Eddy
While serving as a substitute justice on the Montana Supreme Court, Judge Eddy voted with the majority to strike down abortion restrictions passed by the Montana legislature. The ruling upheld Montanans’ right to privacy, guaranteed to them by the Montana State Constitution. The Supreme Court agreed with the decision made by a district court judge, which said, “It is not up to legislators to substitute their ‘personal values and beliefs’ for the ‘collective professional judgment and expertise’ of properly licensed medical providers.”
Judge Dan Wilson
Wilson has refused to take a clear stance on how he would rule if a case about abortion was brought to the Montana Supreme Court. In previous elections, anti-abortion Republicans have contributed to his campaign.
Judge Amy Eddy
Judge Eddy is endorsed by the Montana Federation of Public Employees, whose members include K-12 teachers, substitute teachers, and school support staff.
Judge Dan Wilson
Wilson has been supported by activists of so-called “school choice” bills, which threaten to take away money from public schools.
Judge Amy Eddy
Judge Eddy is endorsed by Montana Conservation Voters, which works to protect clean air and water and public lands.
Judge Dan Wilson
In a previous court decision, Wilson has sided with developers and corporations over community members. He has also received campaign contributions from Montana Contractors Association PAC and other developers.
Judge Amy Eddy
Endorsers:
- Montana Supreme Court Justice Ingrid Gustafson
- Montana Supreme Court Justice Katherine Bidegaray
- Seven retired Montana Supreme Court justices
- Montana AFL-CIO
- Montana Conservation Voters
- Big Sky 55+
- Montana Federation of Public Employees
Judge Dan Wilson
Endorsers:
- Montana Chamber of Commerce
- Montana Mining Association
- Montana Stockgrowers Association
Montana CI-132
What It Does: According to the Montana Secretary of State, the ballot measure would require Supreme Court and district court elections in Montana to remain nonpartisan, meaning a candidate could not list Republican, Democrat, Independent, or any other political party label next to their name on the ballot.
It’s simple – judges should be based on their record and qualifications alone. Montana citizens deserve to have their cases decided by independent judges, based on the law and facts of each case, without regard to party affiliation.Retired Supreme Court Justice Mike McGrath
The Democrats and progressive groups who fund the campaign for CI-132 falsely claim that it merely preserves the current system of “nonpartisan” judicial elections for the Montana Supreme Court (the “Court”). There is just one problem: judicial elections — and indeed the Court itself — have been nonpartisan in name only for quite some time.Daniel Martinez, Candidate for HD 64
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About Montana Decides
This guide has been sourced from news coverage, the candidates’ websites, endorsement questionnaires, and other publicly available information. The state Supreme Court has a big impact on Montanans, and we believe it’s critical that voters have as much information about the candidates as possible. The sources we used to compile the guide are available upon request. We encourage you to also do your own research to determine each candidate’s qualifications for office.