When there are more poor white kids than all others combined, can we still claim white privilege?
THIS IS DEDICATED TO ALL MY RURAL LIBERAL FRIENDS I never discount anyone's individual story because we've all faced disaster and loss....
Michelle's White House built by Black Slaves
No one alive today has ever owned a slave. More than 600,000 mostly white men died to make that decision. Middle-aged white men gave up...
CLASSIC LOVATO AT LARGE Does Trump want to be the next Hitler?
(Originally published in Dec. 2015) I call it “Trumping,” and here's how it works. The media tries to force The Donald into being...
Another disgusting police shooting of an unarmed man
First, here's my standard disclaimer when dealing with cop issues: There is nothing better than a good cop. There is nothing worse than a...
CLASSIC LOVATO AT LARGE: Free fruit and the fall of man
Some well-intentioned Seattle dwellers decided to grow fruit trees in a city park. The fruit is free to everyone.I believe it will be...
LOVATO AT LARGE: Polson's tourism tax? I've changed my mind
Since Jan. 3, 2014, I have openly supported and even tried to lead the charge to revive our downtown and build out our so-called...
Former editor wins civil suit against Lake County Leader. Will file against MHP next
It is with sadness and confusion I file this column. Sadness and confusion as to why no news outlet in Montana, having been made aware of...
CLASSIC LOVATO AT LARGE: Trains, buses and automobiles
If I were cast in a movie sequel of Plains, Trains and Automobiles, I'd play the John Candy character. No one wants to sit by the Big Fat...
As for Trump, I tried to warn you...
Just a short one tonight and a message to members of both parties. At least 9 years ago I started writing columns about the inevitable...
White, teen girl identifies as Indian Chief, sues BIA for full tribal entitlements
MISSOULA -- A white, 11-year-old girl filed federal lawsuits Monday claiming she identifies as a 50-year-old Salish Indian chief and...