Scott Rosenzweig

Scott Rosenzweig was born in Tucson, Arizona. Rosenzweig's career experience includes working as a business executive, employer, and entrepreneur. He earned a bachelor's degree from Wesleyan University in 1985 and a graduate degree from Cornell University in 1991.[1]

Rosenzweig has been affiliated with the following organizations:[1]

Bridgercare

Bozeman Running Company

Scaling Montana

Frontier Fund II

Montana State Senate District 29

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Montana House of Representatives District 57

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Born Tucson, AZ. 61 years old. Bozeman resident since 2005. BA, Philosophy, Wesleyan University (1985). MBA, Cornell University (1991). Occupation: Business, primarily Satellite Communications. My three children grew up in Bozeman, attend(ed) public schools and MSU. While born in Tuscon, I grew up in a small, rural farming town (Maryland), then worked in non-profits, spent 30+ years as an executive in international satellite communications, and have built and sold two companies in Bozeman. Before moving to Bozeman and planting myself and my family in the community (the running community, schools, BridgerCare, business mentoring), I also lived abroad (Hungary, Israel and South Africa) and worked in many countries. I love our shared public lands (I’m an ultra runner), and have a healthy respect for both what unites and divides us and the wide range of issues facing House District 57 and the people of Gallatin and Park counties. I want to set aside partisan differences so we can work together to make Montana the best it can be, helping Montanans become the best version of themselves, and helping to manage the state better than it has been managed these past few years.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Protect, defend and support: (1) Public Education, the best investment a state can make in its people; (2) Public access to and protection of Public Lands, for our benefit and generations to come; and (3) Personal Privacy - keeping the government out of our doctor's offices, our bedrooms and our pants. And that means women's rights: Equality, autonomy over self, and the inalienable right to personal privacy are all there in the MT State Constitution, and I will defend them.Tax Fairness: (1) Property taxes: (a) The huge and sudden increase on residential property taxes is a mistake that shouldn’t have happened and we should fix it immediately (b) Montana residents should pay a lower property tax than non-residents. (c) Renters, who make up a large portion of Montana’s workers and retirees, should not be forgotten. (2) Income Taxes: We should be using our success to invest in the present {such as bridges and roads} and in the future {public schools, wildlife protection, and affordable housing}, instead of focusing on tax breaks for the wealthy, like the 2023 Legislature unfortunately did.Dealing with Growth: (1) Affordable Housing: More action and less talk on preserving what exists, which means listening to local communities on growth and affordability. (2) Medicaid Expansion: I will support this because it brings needed medical care, and money, to Montana, and stabilizes the rural healthcare infrastructure.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Fairness in Growth, for the benefit of Montanans: I want every Montana to have the opportunity to become the best version of themselves. This should be easy, because Montana IS a VERY successful state - and we should start acting like it. We should invest in our present and our future.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

I do return to "The Prophet", by Kahlil Gibran.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

I'm learning as I go, but here's where I am on principles: (1) Humility and Appreciation for everyone in House District 57, and an appreciation for the responsibility of the role of a State House Representative - which means learning as much as I can about a lot of stuff that might help Montana. (2) Listening, because everyone has a different perspective. I have to listen to learn if I want to represent my constituents as well as I can. (3) A desire to help everyone and hurt no one. (4) Complete openness to learning and a readiness to change your mind. (5) A sincere desire to work with everyone, wherever it might help, to make Montanans' lives better. (6) Creativity, and competence in Budgeting, Strategy and Investment, should help a lot too. It'll be my job (I hope!) to contribute everything I've learned in a 40 year international business career to the benefit of Montana's growth

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Well... First is empathy. Second. I'm honest, and I care. Third, I've generally proven myself to be very competent at the tasks I take on, and I really want to be as good a legislator as I can be. I have a lot of experience in management, growth, investment and negotiations, and an understanding of people, organizations, markets and science & data - all of which I intend to put to good use for as long as possible!

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Act with integrity. Aim for fairness. Work for the public interest. Don;t do unto others that which you do not want done to yourself. Respect the Montana State Constitution and you'll do right by its people.

What legacy would you like to leave?

"He really did right by Montana." I'd like to inspire others to do their best for everyone's benefit.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

I remember watching the moon landing, on a black and white t.v., with my family, in our living room in Oklahoma, when I was six.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

When I was twelve I was (a) delivering newspapers on my bicycle, (b) working on a chicken farm - in Maryland, for the guy that later bought Maverick Mountain!, and (c) running a bicycle repair shop out of my basement. But professionally speaking, I've had lots of jobs. I had to work my way up and pay off student loans along the way (not something I wish on anyone.) Here's my LinkedIn page for more info: www.linkedin.com/in/scott-rosenzweig-410164

What is your favorite book? Why?

"The Prophet", by Kahlil Gibran. It embraces humanity.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature?

Ideally, the Executive (G0vernor) and the Legislative (State House & Senate) would work together on areas of common interest to enact policies in the public interest.

What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?

(1) Growth - how will we let it happen, and how will we guide it? (2) What is "Fairness"? Because that's how we will decide who deserves help and who doesn't, and how we fund that. I would argue that our state can be a lot more compassionate than it is currently behaving and that we should be investing more in Montanans. (3) The growing gap between the Haves and the Have-Nots, and the pressures that puts on housing and taxation, and therefore our quality of life, because of its impact on our neighbors.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

Yes. And I aim to get some, starting with getting elected in 2024!

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Always. At the moment, I can't think of a reason it wouldn't be.

Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

I miss the purple state I moved to - Montana has a long history of great Democratic and Republican leadership. I want to set aside partisan differences so we can work together to make Montana the best it can be, helping Montanans become the best version of themselves, and helping to manage the state better than it has been managed these past few years.

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

Not yet.

Both sitting legislators and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

House District 57 includes Gallatin and Park counties, which includes the whole range of Montanans, and Montana's economy. The stories of people suffering from the housing crunch, the rising cost of living, and challenges to getting physical and mental healthcare, are moving. But I also found that Montanans are very compassionate, and they are very concerned for others who might be suffering. Fortunately, we are a successful state, and we can - and we should! - invest more in our future.

Should the legislature oversee or grant the use of emergency powers?

I have more to learn. I can see instances where the Governor needs the authority to act. I also see how the Legislature can weigh in.

What is the first bill you would introduce if elected?

At this time, TBD. Ideas are percolating.

What committees interest you?

I have much to learn here, but generally speaking that would include Income/Taxation, Budgeting, and other areas where my business experience is useful. Also supporting growth in infrastructure and public support services for rural communities.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

Mandatory and beneficial! The more transparency and accountability the better, all in support of constant government improvement. I hope to contribute to making sense of things, and being able to communicate the What, Why and How of government operations, where and when improvement is called for.

Do you support or oppose changes to the current state ballot initiative process? If so, what kind of changes would you consider?

I like the process as it should be working. However, we must be grateful to the State Supreme Court, because when both Montana's Attorney General and Secretary of State politicize and meddle, to the extent that they have been doing these past few years, it's a problem. I would hope for better from them both.