John,

Just moments ago, polls closed across Montana. While we wait for results, I wanted to say thank you.

I’ve lived down a long dirt road outside of Big Sandy all my life, where I still farm the same land my grandparents homesteaded more than 100 years ago.

Out here, your word is your bond, and you look out for your neighbors. A handshake still means something. Montana is the greatest state in the greatest country on earth—and that’s why I wake up every day to keep Montana the Last Best Place.

All year, I’ve traveled around the state hearing from hardworking Montanans about what issues they care about. I’ve worked with anybody—Democrats, Republicans, Independents—to protect our state and hold on to the freedoms to make it great.

For me, this has always been about Montana—and always will be. And it’s because of folks like you that I can give rural communities the voice they deserve in Washington.

Thank you.

Democracy only works when we do—and I appreciate folks making their voices heard. We built the strongest grassroots campaign our state has ever seen. Whether you donated a few bucks, left your responses on a survey, or just opened emails like this one—thank you for being part of this team.

This isn’t the end yet, John. My team will let you know when more results come in. Until then, we’ll be sticking tight and cracking open a nice beer (Montana-brewed, of course).

Thank you for supporting our campaign. 🤙

—Jon Tester

P.S. Polls might be closed, but our team is working to make sure every Montana vote is counted. If you can, chip in $10 to help fuel that work.