From Deseret News archives:
Hard work in store for Salt Lake candidates
There is no sunlight between the four major candidates in terms of issues, policies, attitudes towards Rocky, targeted special-interest groups or emotional tenor in speeches. Although with varied backgrounds, all claim experience in politics, community and economic development. Indeed, the major distinction so far is Dave Buhler is using round lawn signs while Ralph Becker signs have a distinctive yellow coloring. As a consequence of the contenders huddling together, voters will be forced to behave as judges in a beauty contest and make a determination on the basis of "political beauty" characteristics: perceived location on political spectrum, gender, popularity of name, support of key activist organizations, etc. On this criterion, Salt Lake County Councilwoman Jenny Wilson will remain the clear favorite on Election Day.
Last week, this paper printed the recent Dan Jones poll detailing Wilson is maintaining her lead. The progressive councilwoman and daughter of a popular mayor remains a formidable bulwark against opponents who share her platform. Further, the Jones survey indicated that Wilson has high approval ratings, thereby dismissing grumbles against her perceived inexperience.
Many politicos (especially me) predicted Keith Christensen's abandonment of the Republican Party would deteriorate his base. But according to Jones, the move has not impacted Christensen's support. (Which raises the question: Are voters aware of this change?) This dynamic is interesting for several reasons. If Republican voters are not bothered by Christensen's move to independent status, then they are a moderate bunch who could support the other candidates. Further, Christensen may set a trend for Republican Salt Lake City candidates in the future.
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