#43 Curtis Schomer: From Mining to Community Leadership

Curtis Schomer takes us on a journey from his mining career at Sibanye Stillwater Mine to his active involvement in local politics. From navigating life's challenges to reflecting on societal changes, Curtis shares his insights, and doubles down on his commitment to fostering a better Montana.  For context this was recorded Feb 2, 2024 Curtis Schomer is running for Montana House District 48 can be reached at SchomerForMontana.com 00:00 Introduction and Welcoming Curtis Schomer 00:21 Mining Stories and Experiences 10:53 Transition to Politics and Community Involvement 15:57 Challenges and Issues in Local Politics 18:23 Homelessness and Social Issues 24:30 Climate Change and Environmental Concerns 30:40 Election Integrity and Local Governance 38:23 Discussing the Convention of States 38:53 Fear of Loss of Identity in Society 39:28 Importance of State Leadership 41:27 Reflections on Civil War and Society 44:21 The Cycle of Strong and Weak Men 49:11 The Victim Mentality in Modern Culture 49:59 The Impact of COVID-19 on Society 01:05:46 The Importance of Preparedness 01:10:24 Montana's Rich History and Personal Stories 01:16:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts