Jon Huntsman Jr.'s answers to the Deseret Morning News questionnaire

Identified below are the keys of my 10-point economic plan. When these 10 initiatives are implemented in a timely, effective and coordinated manner, they will dramatically strengthen Utah's economy for the years ahead. (1) Revamp Utah's tax structure (2) Improve the competitive environment for small- and medium-size companies (3) Recruit businesses to our state (4) Attract more capital (5) Promote growth in target industries (6) Enhance Utah's national and international image (7) Capture global opportunities for Utah Companies (8) Promote tourism (9) Energize economic development in rural communities (10) Make state government more efficient. All of these initiatives are interrelated with one another. As we generate success in one area, that success will lead to success in other areas. Historically, our economic development efforts have lacked the required coordination to deliver long-term job growth in Utah. The coordinated implementation of this comprehensive set of initiatives will provide for greater economic success and momentum for Utah.

We need to elect a governor who has a specific plan and the experience and leadership to implement that plan. I believe you will find I have the experience and desire to execute this plan for Utah. As governor, I will leverage the relationships and experience I have gained from serving in senior positions within the U.S. Department of Commerce, and as a U.S. Trade Ambassador responsible for all U.S. trade relationships with Asia and Africa. These countries represent prime market opportunities for Utah goods and services. I will also bring to bear all of my private sector experience and relationships with national and international business leaders, to attract companies to Utah. I will fight for Utah's interests here and abroad. Rebuilding our economy is the only way to ensure that Utah will have enough jobs and the funding to support our children's futures and increase the quality of their education.

2. What is the one personal trait/characteristic that you want voters to know about you and why is that important in this race?

Some of the best and most innovative ideas come not from the offices with windows but from the associates on the ground level. I am open to new ideas, to new solutions, to new approaches to dealing with our state's problems. I have new eyes and an open mind. No other approach can truly bring a "New Day for Utah."

3. Should you win this office, are you willing to self-limit your time in office? Yes. If yes, how long would you serve in this office?

Utah needs fresh faces and new ideas in government to continue to grow and progress. In the best interest of Utah, each governor should serve a maximum of two four-year terms. I will limit myself to eight years, assuming Utahns will have me, and propose that we legislate term limits for the governor.