Michael Black Wolf — Candidate Profile

Party: Democrat

Running in: Montana Senate Race

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Michael Black Wolf

DemocratMontana Senate Race
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Summary

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.

Background

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.

Campaign Platform

Justice
Tribal Sovereignty and Native Rights
Honor treaty obligations, strengthen Tribal self-determination, and ensure Tribal voices are part of decisions that affect our communities.
Economy
Economic Opportunity
Grow good-paying jobs, strengthen small businesses, and keep Montana dollars in Montana, especially in rural communities.
Healthcare
Rural Healthcare Access
Protect access to care, support rural clinics, and fight for practical solutions that serve families outside the major hubs.

Key Issue Positions

Birthright Citizenship Protection

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.

Voting History: N/A - No voting record

Tariffs

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.

Voting History: N/A - No voting record

Voting Record

Black Wolf has no voting record as he has never held elected office.

Social Media Activity

Black Wolf emphasizes community-rooted leadership and focus on working families and tribal concerns.

Recurring Themes
Tribal sovereigntyWorking class perspectiveRural Montana issues

What Opponents Say

Reilly Neill (Democrat)

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.

Endorsements

Dean of Montana SenateindividualI endorse Mike Black Wolf for the U.S. Senate. With the polarization of politics nationwide, Mike comes from humble beginnings. He knows what needs to be done — he lives it. He understands the challenges facing Montanans. He is a real Native Montanan, born and raised, with ancestral roots spanning hundreds and thousands of years.
Wolf Point Community OrganizationorganizationThe Wolf Point Community Organization unanimously endorsed Michael Black Wolf for U.S. Senate during its monthly meeting held on Monday, Feb. 16.

Sources

  1. Michael Black Wolf for Montana - Official Campaign
  2. KTVQ - Montana Democrat Michael Black Wolf outlines campaign