Michael Black Wolf is a preservation officer and community leader from the Fort Belknap Indian Community. He's running to put Montana priorities back in Washington: good-paying jobs, better rural healthcare, and respect for Tribal sovereignty. Michael Black Wolf, a first-time political candidate running as a Democrat for one of Montana's U.S. Senate seats, says he entered the race to protect the rights of women, minorities, and Native Americans.
Michael Black Wolf has dedicated his work to protecting Montana's heritage and advocating for rural and Tribal communities. Raised in the Fort Belknap Indian Community, he understands firsthand the challenges families face and the resilience it takes to build a good life here.
Defend Native American and immigrant birthright citizenship
Montana deserves a Senator who understands that Tribal Sovereignty and American citizenship are not in conflict. Montana deserves a Senator who understands that both are foundational to our amazing states identity.
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Tariffs harm Montana workers
Black Wolf also identifies tariffs – which he calls "import taxes" – as a major concern for Montana. He argues the state's members of Congress are out of touch with their voters' priorities.
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Black Wolf has no voting record as he has never held elected office.
Black Wolf emphasizes community-rooted leadership and focus on working families and tribal concerns.
Black Wolf would not get out of the race for an independent
Michael Black Wolf, the tribal historic preservation officer for the Fort Belknap Indian Community, told MTN he would have preferred Bodnar join the Democratic primary instead of running as an independent. He said he's opposed to any suggestion that Montana Democrats should throw their support behind an independent candidacy.