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My view: Conflict-of-interest debate should spark legislative ethics study

Rick Hepner | 8:17 a.m. Dec. 9, 2007

Although I often find myself strongly disagreeing with Paul T. Mero's published positions, I believe he is absolutely right on about conflicts of interest and legislator ethics.

Transparency and accountability are crucial in all matters concerning the public trust.

Sen. Patricia Jones | 4:33 p.m. Dec. 10, 2007

I wholeheartedly agree with Phil Mero's comments on ethics. He's right on.

Utah Republican | 11:28 a.m. Dec. 11, 2007

Since when do government employees have conflicts of interest? They are the only ones who DON'T have conflicts of interest.

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Utah Republican 2 | 1:27 p.m. Dec. 11, 2007

I agree with Utah Republican.

Just because a government employee in office has the power to appropriate money to their own organization for personal reasons, to manipulate work related schedules, requirements or certifications or to increase their own benefits and compensation shouldn't necessarily constitute a conflict of interest.

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Marlin Struhs | 9:16 a.m. Dec. 13, 2007

Very well written. I agree with the article.

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