Letter: Time for new blood in Washington, D.C.

Published: Tuesday, May 15 2012 12:00 a.m. MDT

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Sen. Orrin Hatch has done much good, but it's time for some new blood in Washington, D.C.

Sen. Orrin Hatch is an "old hat." We need "new blood" with fire in their bellies, who will stand for the right and not just consort with other politicians from either side of the aisle.

Hatch has had his turn and done much good, the same as Sen. Bob Bennett. Let's see what the next generation can do for our country.

Laura Banks

Salt Lake City

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travelrus

murray, UT

It is time for new blood in Washington. Vote for Scott Howell he is not a right wing extremist. He is a moderate Democrat with Utah values he can work with both sides of the aisle to solve the many problems we face today. What we don't need is More..

7:40 a.m. May 15, 2012
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The Real Maverick

Orem, UT

Does anyone really expect the "new guy" to be any less corrupt than the old guy?

I'm not a fan of Hatch. And I actually do hope he is replaced.

But as long as corporations are considered people and can use their More..

8:16 a.m. May 15, 2012
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Nonconlib

Happy Valley, UT

The problem with Congress right now is that the Republican Party refuses to "consort" with those from across the aisle. The Democrats have shown at least a little willingness to compromise. But when the Republican House passes only bills that More..

9:38 a.m. May 15, 2012
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