From Deseret News archives:
Utah attracts notice in presidential race
Contenders for national office have not focused this much attention on Utah for decades.
Why the extra attention on Utah?
Pignanelli: Once again, Utah is reaping benefits from its unusual relationship with Sister State Nevada. (No, it isn't locals sneaking over the border to gamble.) Because Nevada has such an early primary, a number of presidential candidates are courting the political bigwigs in order to obtain early support. A strong showing in upcoming Nevada polls will boost the chances of candidates. Salt Lake City is a convenient place to refuel the plane en route to Las Vegas and have a quick fund-raiser for some extra bucks.
Who are the front-runners in Utah?
Webb: Obviously, Romney is way ahead for the GOP nomination in Utah. It's like home turf to him. However, McCain and Giuliani each have a strong presence in the state. Major Republicans like Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. and Attorney General Mark Shurtleff have endorsed McCain, to the consternation of the Romney camp. The big question for Huntsman and Shurtleff is where do they go if McCain drops out early. Is Romney the default candidate for them, or do they snub him again for Giuliani?
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