The outcome of HB477 makes one wish for the good old days when Governors Leavitt, Walker and Huntsman had the courage to moderate the Legislature when it got too far ahead of citizen opinion. They watched out for the interests of the people. But with Gov. Gary Herbert those days are clearly gone, and the Legislature acts without restraint.
Jerry Borrowman
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I blame the voters for creating an environment where one party pursues its agenda without impunity. Everyone says, "throw the rascals out," but rationalize why they keep voting for the same people and party. It's like alcoholism or an More..
Esquire | 6:35 a.m.
People who start a "Throw the rascals out" campaign... not knowing who they are FOR... just who they are against... don't get my support.
Who are you FOR? Then we can talk.
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Yes, these are dangerous times for Utah without a leader.