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Congressional hopeful John Curtis deletes Facebook post that explained ‘build the wall’ campaign ads

Published October 3, 2017

http://www.sltrib.com/news/politics/2017/10/02/congressional-hopeful-john-curtis-deletes-facebook-post-that-explained-build-the-wall-campaign-ads/ “The post was removed as part of a larger plan to address this and many other issues that matter to voters of the district,” said his spokesman, Danny Laub, in an emailed statement. “We will soon launch a new and improved website that should further clarify this and many other key issues.” The ads […]

Full Medicaid expansion a step closer to being decided by Utah voters

Published October 3, 2017

https://www.deseretnews.com/article/865690175/Full-Medicaid-expansion-a-step-closer-to-being-decided-by-Utah-voters.html “The initiative would expand Medicaid coverage eligibility to all Utahns whose income is 138 percent or less than the federal poverty level, making insurance available to Utahns who make too much to qualify for Medicaid but not enough to be eligible for vital tax credits toward any coverage plans on the federal health exchange. […]

General Smith’s Views of the Power and Policy of the Government by Joseph Smith

Published October 3, 2017

General Smith’s Views of the Power and Policy of the Government by Joseph Smith by Joseph Smith. Nauvoo, Illinois. Printed by John Taylor. 1844. General Smith’s Views of the Power and Policy of the Government NAUVOO, ILLINOIS. PRINTED BY JOHN TAYLOR. 1 8 4 4. G E N E R A L S M I […]

Audit of 3rd District primary shows weaknesses in election process

Published September 27, 2017

https://www.deseretnews.com/article/865689700/Audit-of-3rd-District-primary-shows-weaknesses-in-election-process.html “Elections observers in one county reported seeing two poll workers stack unfolded ballots close to their return envelopes, which have voters’ names on them. State election code requires poll workers to remove those ballots without unfolding them to prevent unlawful ballot examination. In another county, poll watchers noted that voters’ names and the votes […]

Utah, state GOP battle over nominations at appeals court

Published September 27, 2017

https://news.hjnews.com/ap/state/utah-state-gop-battle-over-nominations-at-appeals-court/article_62d22635-3b72-5a08-9dfe-2c0f46eeccd6.html “Several members of the panel did question whether Utah’s goal of broader participation outweighs the party’s objections. If a candidate were to win a primary, then campaign in a way that didn’t match the party’s platform, it would be “hugely divisive,” Tymkovich said. Judge Carlos Lucero, who was nominated by former President Bill Clinton, […]

Herbert’s wish for more state control of health care may die in the Senate

Published September 25, 2017

“If that’s the case (so far two GOP senators have said they’ll oppose it), it would mean a swift end to an idea Utah Gov. Gary Herbert and some of his fellow governors have long been calling for: more state control and (at least for a few years) extra money.” http://www.sltrib.com/news/politics/2017/09/24/herberts-wish-for-more-state-control-of-health-care-may-die-in-the-senate/

Former Utah House speaker named chief lobbyist for Mormon church

Published September 25, 2017

“Stephens is replacing John Q. Cannon, who recently was hired by the Legislature to head its Office of Legislative Research and General Counsel, which provides legal and policy review for proposed legislation. . . Former Utah House Speaker Marty Stephens is returning to the state Capitol — this time as the chief lobbyist for The […]

Mia Love: A rigorous but fair process for some undocumented immigrants

Published September 25, 2017

“Talented and law-abiding individuals who have graduated from U.S. universities should have an opportunity to contribute to our economy instead of our competitors’. And immigrant entrepreneurs looking to create American jobs should have options to do so. In short, our immigration system needs less red-tape and more common sense to incentivize participants to go through […]

Central Committee members defend GOP lawsuit against SB 54

Published September 25, 2017

“Salt Lake City, Utah- (ABC4 Utah) – The court battle over SB 54 is moving forward, but it continues to be a divisive issue. Utah GOP Chairman Rob Anderson has publicly made it clear he wants to find a solution to end the lawsuit, but some members of the State Central Committee are warning him not […]

Utah State Senator’s ties to Mexico and illegal aliens – Who does she really represent?

Published September 21, 2017

By Ronald Mortensen / Sep 21, 2017 / Columnist at Utah Standard News Utah State Senator’s ties to Mexico and illegal aliens – Who does she really represent? Utah State Senator Luz Robles Escamilla needs to decide where her loyalties lie—is she a Utah State Senator representing the legal residents of Utah or is she […]

Utah lawmakers take another stab at bill to force removal of an elected leader for mental disability in wake of Gary Ott saga

Published September 21, 2017

“The bill moving forward at the Capitol would allow eligible county councils to vote unanimously for a medical evaluation to determine whether an elected official is mentally incompetent. “If someone is found mentally incompetent, they are not eligible to hold office” according to Article 4, Chapter 6 of the Utah Constitution, Thatcher told members of […]

Lawmakers pass Operation Rio Grande funding during special session

Published September 21, 2017

“Do we REALLY want to take money from the Department of Corrections to fund policing in Salt Lake City? Will state tax dollars be used for other cities in the same way? Video. “Rep. Merrill Nelson (R-Grantsville) noted he supported the effort because there was nothing better to tackle the problem. He also voiced concern […]

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