There is a prominent vacant lot in Bountiful that is frequented by political signs each election season. We are friends of the owners of this property, and we asked them if they would be willing to allow us to place some signs there. They were very supportive of this. Unfortunately, several "Retire Hatch" signs that we placed there have been stolen. Then after having been replaced they were defaced to say "Re Hire Hatch."
Finally, they were stolen once more, as were several Dan Liljenquist signs. I understand that we are all entitled to an opinion, and as far as I understand it, that means me, too.
These childish games (or should I say crimes) are especially comical coming from supporters of an alleged sage and statesman like Sen. Orrin Hatch. If some Hatchlings are scared enough to resort to this, Liljenquist should have a great showing on June 26th.
Clark Nielson
Bountiful
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Clark, I'm sorry to hear of the childish antics of some. If indeed, these signs were stolen by Hatch-supporters, then SHAME ON THEM! Are they so narrow-minded that they feel they have the right to squelch the free expression of another's More..
I guess we don't know for sure whether those who defaced or stole the signs are directly connected to the Hatch campaign. But regardless, these acts are not just childish pranks -- they undermine free speech and the right of the people to vote More..
These dirtly little games play out more frequently each election. Nonetheless, election signs themselves are a blight on the land, and I don't think they make any difference to the outcome.