We are reaching out to you today because the community we love — our small, close-knit Polebridge — is under threat. Not from the wilderness that surrounds us, but from the divisive actions of one of our own elected officials: Debo Powers, Montana House of Representatives, District 3.
In the fall of 2025, Representative Powers chose to host a politically charged “No Kings” rally right here in Polebridge — and then broadcast it to the entire world. Most of us who live here know that Polebridge is not just a dot on a map. It is a community where we depend on one another for friendship, support, and survival through long winters and hard times. That bond is sacred.
By turning our quiet, rural community into a stage for national political theater, Representative Powers showed a disregard for the very people she was elected to serve.
Her actions drove a wedge between neighbors who have stood side by side for years. This kind of divisiveness has no place in Polebridge. We believe it is time to make our voices heard.
We are asking neighbors across our community to display a yard sign that sends a clear, united message: Polebridge stands together — and we will not allow our home to be used as a political pawn.
Select a design, fill in your delivery details, and we’ll bring it to your door at no cost. Or mail your selection to Polebridge Protectors, PO Box 505, Columbia Falls, MT 59912.
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Email us to volunteer →Debo Powers is the Democratic representative for Montana House District 3, covering northern Flathead County including Polebridge, West Glacier, and the area north to the Canadian border. She was elected in November 2024, defeating Republican Cathy Mitchell by 244 votes (3.6%). She is running for re-election in the November 3, 2026 general election.
In fall 2025, Representative Powers hosted a “No Kings” rally in Polebridge, Montana and publicized it to a national audience. The Polebridge community — a small, rural area where neighbors depend on each other for survival — felt the event created division and used their home as a political stage.
Debo Powers voted NO — Bill Passed
Powers voted against requiring sex-segregated bathrooms in schools, shelters, and public facilities. Every Republican legislator voted YES. The bill was designed to protect women and children from predators in vulnerable spaces.
Debo Powers voted NO — Bill Failed
Powers voted against filtering obscene content on devices sold to children. The bill was supported by the National Center on Sexual Exploitation to prevent predators from accessing children online. Powers sided against child protection measures.
Debo Powers voted NO — Bill Passed
Powers voted against requiring Montana schools to notify parents when gender identity topics are taught to their children. The bill passed despite her opposition.
Debo Powers voted YES — Bill Passed (98-1)
Powers voted to strengthen the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Advisory Council. This bill passed with near-unanimous support.
Debo Powers Sponsored — Died in Committee
Powers sponsored a bill to revise Montana environmental policy. It was killed in committee. Of 5 bills she sponsored in 2025, only 1 passed — a 20% success rate on her own legislation.
Debo Powers Sponsored — Died in Committee
Powers sponsored a bill forcing Montana businesses to comply with greenhouse gas emission mandates. It died in committee. Critics say it would have harmed Montana ranchers, loggers, and small businesses.
Debo Powers Sponsored — Died in Committee
Powers sponsored a zoning bill that died in committee. Combined with her other failed bills, Powers had a minimal legislative impact in the 2025 session.
The primary election is June 2, 2026. Incumbent Debo Powers is running in the Democratic primary. Cathy Mitchell and Derek Peachey are running in the Republican primary. The general election is November 3, 2026. Check your voter registration →
Debo Powers voted NO on HB 121 in the 2025 Montana Legislature. The bill required sex-segregated bathrooms and facilities in schools, shelters, and public buildings to protect women and children. Every Republican legislator voted YES. The bill passed despite Powers’ opposition.
Powers voted NO on HB 408 (filter obscene content from children’s devices) and NO on HB 471 (require schools to notify parents about gender identity curriculum). Both bills were designed to protect children and parental rights in Montana schools.
Representative Powers hosted a “No Kings” political rally in Polebridge, Montana and publicized it to a national audience. Polebridge is a small, remote community where roughly 30 full-time residents depend on each other for survival. Many neighbors say Powers’ decision to use the community as a political stage created significant division among long-standing neighbors.
Yes. Debo Powers is running in the Democratic primary on June 2, 2026 and the general election on November 3, 2026 for Montana House District 3. She won in 2024 by only 244 votes (3.6%) over Republican Cathy Mitchell, making the seat highly competitive.
Powers sponsored five bills including HB 229 (Revise Montana Environmental Policy Act), HB 660 (Mandate Greenhouse Gas Emission Rules), and HB 378 (Remove Restrictions on Inclusionary Zoning). Four of her five sponsored bills died in committee — a 20% success rate on her own legislation.
Polebridge Protectors offers free yard signs to District 3 residents. Visit www.divisivedebo.com, choose from 8 designs, and submit your name and address. Signs are delivered free to your door. You can also mail your selection to Polebridge Protectors, PO Box 505, Columbia Falls, MT 59912, or email support@divisivedebo.com.
Montana House District 3 covers the northern portion of Flathead County, from Columbia Falls north to the Canadian border, including Polebridge and West Glacier. It is currently represented by Democrat Debo Powers. The primary is June 2, 2026 and the general election is November 3, 2026.
Polebridge Protectors is a community accountability organization based in Polebridge, Montana. The group holds Representative Debo Powers accountable to District 3 voters, distributes free yard signs, and advocates for the Polebridge community. Contact: PO Box 505, Columbia Falls, MT 59912 — support@divisivedebo.com.