n informed people is the basis of, and a necessity for, successful democratic government. The people of the United States are entitled to hear all sides to a question whether it be political, economic, social, racial or religious. -- Burton K. Wheeler

The Burton K. Wheeler Center for Public Policy in Bozeman, MT, promotes the discussion, analysis and eventual resolution of critical issues facing Montana and the region. The Center holds two conferences annually, sponsors research and lectures, publishes conference reports and maintains this Web page for Montanans and others who are seeking solutions to some of today's most pressing issues and problems.

The Center is located at 1102 South 6th Avenue, Montana State University, Bozeman, MT 59717. We welcome your comments and suggestions regarding our activities and conference topics. Please visit us or contact us.

July 30, 2010

The agenda for the upcoming conference on education is now posted!  New speakers and panels are being added weekly.  Our discussions are going to be quite lively and you won't want to miss our keynoter, Ken Kay, who heads the Partnership for the 21st Century.  Event dates for "Montana's Challenge: Rethinking Education for the 21st Century"  are Monday evening and all day Tuesday, September 20 & 21; all events will take place at the Best Western Great Northern in Helena.  Be sure to book your room early to get the special Wheeler Conference rate.  Registration is open.  

Many thanks to our 2010 underwriters, Exergy Development, the Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation, the Tom and Teresa Quinn DAF of the Whitefish Community Foundation, NorthWestern Energy and PPL Montana.  Thanks also to the Gannett Fundation for their recent contribution for this event.  With their generous support,  the price for this conference is just $45.00, which includes meals!  Please join us,                   

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