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Making Ends Meet
This occasional series of news reporting, call-in programs, and town hall
meetings explores Montanans' ability to make ends meet.
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YPR maintains an archive of News Director Jackie Yamanaka's and YPR reporter
Kay Erickson's recent stories. They are available for on-demand streaming
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Democratic Candidates: Unedited Audio
2008 Mansfield-Metcalf Dinner
 Senator Barack Obama (WMA)
 Senator Barack Obama (MP3)
Senator
Hillary Clinton (WMA)
Senator Hillary Clinton (MP3)
Both Sen. Barack
Obama (D-IL) and Sen.
Hillary Clinton (D-NY) spoke at
the Montana
Democratic Party's annual Mansfield-Metcalf Dinner on April
5. Sen. Obama spoke first, followed roughly two hours later by Sen. Clinton.
The dinner, traditionally held in Helena, was held in Butte, where some
4,000 people paid to hear the candidates in person. Both candidates were
introduced by Montana Democratic Party Chairman Dennis
McDonald.
Huckabee for Brown
aired April 30, 2008
Mike Huckabee's Complete Remarks
 pictured:
Mike Huckabee (R) [photo by Jackie Yamanaka]
Former Presidential candidate Mike Huckabee (R) made
stops in Billings and Bozeman on behalf of gubernatorial candidate Roy
Brown. The former Arkansas governor says Congress is so polarized it's
up to governors to take the lead. Huckabee says state leaders do have
influence on policies at the national level and he points to Montana's
vast energy resources as an example of the state's leverage. Huckabee
mentioned the rising cost of energy at his appearance in Billings. As
Jackie Yamanaka reports, Huckabee says the U.S. needs to wean itself
off of Middle Eastern oil.
Obama Campaign: Montana & South Dakota
aired April 30, 2008
Montana and South Dakota are the least two states to vote in this year's
primary. And with the competitive contest in the Democratic primary, heavy
hitters are trying to sway voters from both states. Jackie Yamanaka reports.
Supplemental Raw Audio
Mike
Huckabee Comments on Rev. Wright Controversy
Former Republican presidential candidate Mike Huckabee’s comment on
why he thinks the Reverend Jeremiah Wright continues to speak out despite
calls from Barack Obama’s supporters that such remarks will hurt the
Illinois Senator’s chances to become the first African American president.
College Health Insurance
aired April 29, 2008
College graduation begins Saturday with commencement for Montana State University-Billings. The pace intensifies with graduation ceremonies at University of Montana, UM Western, Montana State University and MSU northern the following Saturday. The class of 2008 will not only be leaving behind their classes, professors, friends and memories, but many will be giving up health insurance as well.Kay Erickson explains.
Jenni Lowe Anker Book Signing in Bozeman
aired April 22, 2008
Jennifer Lowe-Anker's life was turned upside-down after she received a phone call that her husband, Alex Lowe, was killed in an avalanche in the Himalaya. The Bozeman resident was widely considered one of the greatest modern technical climbers and mountaineers at the time of his death in 1999. In her book, Forget Me Not, Lowe-Anker writes about her late husband's life and his competing passions - climbing and family. Jackie Yamanaka reports.
McGrath at Yellowstone Area Bar Association
aired April 21, 2008
Supreme Court Chief Justice candidate Mike McGrath says his number one priority will be to address the delays in issuing opinions. He told a lunch meeting of the Yellowstone Area Bar Association he knows the state's high court has a heavy caseload. But McGrath says more can be done to expedite decisions. Jackie Yamanaka reports.
Farm Bill - Baucus
aired April 18, 2008
Senator Max Baucus says he's pleased President Bush will sign a bill extending the current farm bill one more week. Without the action, the farm program expires this week and would revert back to the 1949 rules. Jackie Yamanaka reports.
Cultural Competence Workshop
aired April 17, 2008
Discussions about cultural and racial differences are uncomfortable because
we may not have the skills to have the discussion. That's according to
Illinois-based management consultant Kenley Wade. As Jackie Yamanaka
reports, Wade is in Billings to lead a daylong workshop on cultural competency.
Audubon Conservation Center
aired April 11, 2008
A groundbreaking will be held for an environmental science lab and support facility just south of Billings. The purpose of this "wet lab" is to connect people - particularly children - to nature through hands-on science- and nature-based programs. Jackie Yamanaka reports.
Alberta Bair Theater Gala 2008
aired April 10, 2008
Comedian and actor Lily Tomlin will headline the Alberta Bair Theater's
Gala 2008 event. As Jackie Yamanaka reports, the money raised from this
annual event will help more people enjoy the theater's future offerings.
Alberta Bair Theater: http://www.albertabairtheater.org/
Obama and Clinton on the Issues
aired April 7, 2008
The presidential candidates have been criss-crossing the country for months speaking on the issues. This weekend, Montanans got to hear first hand from the Democratic candidates. Both Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton appeared in Butte. Jackie Yamanaka has more on what they had to say on some of the major issues.
Democratic Candidates in Butte
aired April 7, 2008
The two Democratic presidential candidates brought their campaigns to Montana over the weekend. Attention has turned to the state because of the tight contest between the Senators Hillary Clinton and Barak Obama. Neither one has secured the number of votes needed to be the Democratic nominee ahead of the upcoming Democratic convention.
As Jackie Yamanaka reports from Butte he two appeared together Saturday night. For the candidates' complete remarks, see the story above.
Project Homeless Connect - Libraries
aired March 24, 2008
Parmly Billings Library will host a one-day, one-stop event for the homeless or near-homeless this week in downtown Billings. Among the services to be provided: help in obtaining a Social Security card or benefits, housing and job information, and access to legal services. Project Homeless Connect will be held Friday on the third floor of the library building. As Jackie Yamanaka reports in our series Making Ends Meet, public libraries traditionally serve as a safe haven, particularly for the homeless.
Project Homeless press release: http://ypradio.org/documents/PHCLibraries.pdf
Ron Waterman - MT Supreme Court Candidate
aired March 20, 2008
Helena attorney Ron Waterman has officially filed to be a candidate for chief justice of the Montana Supreme Court. Incumbent Karla Gray is retiring at the end of her current term. The only other declared candidate is state Attorney General Mike McGrath. McGrath is prevented from seeking re-election to that office because of term limits. As Jackie Yamanaka reports, Waterman is running for the state's high court because he believes Montanans need a choice.
Joe Medicine Crow/Presidential Medal of Freedom
aired March 19, 2008
Complete Joe Medicine Crow Speech (MP3)
pictured: Left, retired WY Senator Alan Simpson; Crow War Chief and WWII veteran Joe Medicine Crow; MT Senator JonTester [photo by Jackie Yamanaka]
World War II veteran and Crow War Chief, Joe Medicine Crow was nominated to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom. It recognizes exceptional meritorious service and is the nation's highest civilian award. Retired Wyoming Sen. Alan Simpson and Montana Sen. Jon Tester made the announcement in Billings. Jackie Yamanaka reports.
Rehberg Campaign Announcement
aired March 18, 2008
Complete Rehberg Announcement (MP3)
 pictured: Rep.
Denny Rehberg (R) [photo by Jackie Yamanaka]
Republican Denny Rehberg officially launched his bid for a fifth term
in the U.S. House in his hometown, Billings. It was the only official
campaign stop planned. Jackie Yamanaka reports.
New World Mining Claims
aired March 17, 2008
An agreement that would finaly put to rest the fate of almost 1,500 acres of private mining claims just northeast of Yellowstone National Park was announced today. The Trust for Public Lands announced it reached an agreement to buy the claims and convey the lands to the U.S. Forest Service. Jackie Yamanaka reports.
Map of the mining claims: http://ypradio.org/documents/MTSurveyBrief.pdf
Panoramic view: http://ypradio.org/documents/panorama.jpg
KidsKare Launch
aired March 17, 2008
A new program to provide preventative health care to uninsured children is now up and running in Yellowstone County. As Jackie Yamanaka reports in our Making Ends Meet series, KidsKare is spearheaded by the Heinz Family Philanthropies.
Consumer Credit
aired March 14, 2008
Consumers in Montana, as well as the rest of the country, are becoming more dependent on credit cards. And that dependency is translating into large debts. But there is help for those facing an ever expanding flood of red ink. Kay Erickson explains.
Consumer Credit Counseling Service in Great Falls http://www.cccsmt.org/ Tester - Northern Border Security Hearing
aired March 12, 2008
U.S. Senator Jon Tester said the chairman of the Senate Homeland Security Committee has agreed to hold a field hearing in Montana on northern border security. Jackie Yamanaka reports.
Carbon County Schools Consolidation
aired March 10, 2008
Carbon County residents are considering whether to consolidate some public schools. A public meeting is schedule this week to discuss the three communities in the Clark Fork Valley. As Jackie Yamanaka reports, all three face declining enrollments and increasing costs.
Tester Audit
aired March 7, 2008
U.S. Senator Jon Tester said a retired Montana judge agreed to conduct an ethics audit of his office. As Jackie Yamanaka reports, the audit is a result of a 2006 campaign pledge.
Tussing Announces PSC Candidacy
aired February 28, 2008
Billings Mayor Ron Tussing announced he's running for a seat on the Montana
Public Service Commission. The 5-member panel regulates public utilities.
Jackie Yamanaka reports.
Daines Joins Brown
aired February 27, 2008
 Republican gubernatorial candidate Roy Brown launched a seven-city tour to introduce his running mate, Bozeman high tech executive Steve Daines. The campaign began in Billings. Jackie Yamanaka reports.
Pictured: Roy Brown (left) and Steve Daines [photo by Jackie
Yamanaka]
Veterans Affairs Secretary - Billings Visit
aired February 20, 2008
 Nearly 30 veterans told VA Secretary James Peake about their experiences accessing health care during a town hall meeting in Billings. Some expressed harsh criticism, others were happy with the care they have received. Jackie Yamanaka reports.
Pictured: James Peake [photo by Jackie Yamanaka]
Baucus Announces Re-election Campaign
aired February 20, 2008
Complete Baucus Announcement (MP3)
Saying there's more work to be done, Senator Max Baucus launched his re-election campaign for a sixth term. The incumbent Democrat was expected to seek re-election as he has raised $9 million so far, according to the January campaign finance reports. As Jackie Yamanaka reports, Baucus officially launched his campaign with rallies in Helena, Bozeman and Billings.
Senator Jon Tester (D) Call-In
Senator
Jon Tester Call-In (WMA)
Senator
jon Tester Call-In (MP3)
 Montana
Senator Jon Tester (D) joins YPR News Director Jackie
Yamanaka, recently retired Billings Gazette Agricultural and Political
Reporter Jim Gransbery, and the YPR listening audience
to discuss the issues currently facing Congress and the state of Montana.
This hour-long program will featured questions and comments from listeners.
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