More Good Economic News for Utah
Utah State Government could end the current fiscal year in two weeks with nearly a $200 million surplus.
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policy buzz
Ridership on UTA is Healthy, but Changing as New Rail Lines Open
As life along the Wasatch Front changes, public transportation needs change as well.
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Proposed Tax Increase
The Salt Lake City Council is considering a property tax increase as part of their 2013-14 budget. There has been very limited public discussion of this tax increase and Mayor Ralph Becker has indicated that he will veto the proposal. The Council is scheduled to vote on this issue next Tuesday, June 18, and at this point it seems likely to pass.
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States' Rights?
An urbane Japanese businessman and former government official recently asked me, “I have long assumed the States are very powerful relative to the U. S. federal government, but I just read that this is not the case. Why is that?” Why is that, indeed?
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We Do Deserve Better
I appreciate the interest taken by legislators in the continual improvement of Utah’s public education system. Despite points of disagreement with Senator Weiler’s recent Utah Policy post, I do agree with the good Senator on one thing: “We deserve better.”
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The Miracle of Utah's Economy
Utah’s economy is doing very well, gaining 43,000 jobs in the last twelve months.
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wise words
Imagine
"Imagination is the beginning of creation. You imagine what you desire, you will what you imagine and at last you create what you will." George Bernard Shaw [Quotations Page]
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lighter side
Eavesdropping
"According to a poll, the majority of Americans are OK with the Obama administration listening in on our phone calls. Guys approve because they feel it increases security. And women approve of Obama's policy because finally a man is listening to them." –Conan O'Brien [Political Humor]
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Lawmakers Shy Away From Idea of Recall Elections
If you put a group of elected officials in a room and ask them if they want to be subject to a special recall election, what do you think they’ll say? Yep, you guessed it. A big ol’ “NO.”
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Kansas Official Seemingly Threatens to Use 2nd Amendment Against Protesters
So, this happened. Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach threatened pro-immigration protesters who gathered at his home over the weekend saying that’s the reason the Second Amendment exists.
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insider surveys
NSA Domestic Spying
This week, our insiders and readers weigh in on the revelations that the NSA has been gathering phone and internet data on Americans. Do they support the action if it helps thwart terrorism? Should Utah policymakers take steps to protect citizens from this sort of data collection? Check out the survey results after the jump.
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How Could Caucus/Convention Changes Affect Utah's Democrats?
Utah Democrats will vote at their convention later this month on the caucus/convention system. Our insiders and readers let us know if the Utah Democratic Party would be better off, worse off, or it would make no difference if they dump the caucus/convention system.
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utah politics in 60 seconds
Ten Things You Need to Know for Wednesday
House Republicans prepare to discuss possible impeachment against John Swallow. Herbert isn't backing down from his decision to kill water deal with Nevada. Salt Lake City Council approves a tax hike.
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Ten Things You Need to Know for Tuesday
A poll shows Utahns want John Swallow gone. Speaker Lockhart says impeaching Swallow may become inevitable. Salt Lake County launches a program to boost education.
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washington watch
Hatch Blasts IRS Bonuses
Sen. Orrin Hatch expresses his displeasure after learning that the Internal Revenue Service is poised to give employees $70 million in bonuses.
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Lee, Cruz Introduce Military Religious Freedom Amendments
In a direct challenge to the Obama administration, Sens. Mike Lee and Ted Cruz introduce two amendments to the National Defense Authorization Act that would protect military members from suffering discrimination for expressing their religion.
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podcasts
Video: Bernick and Schott on Politics - Episode #147
John Swallow - wrongly accused or schmuck? Bob Bernick and Bryan Schott discuss the week in Utah politics.
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Bernick and Schott on Politics - Episode #146
Republicans are talking more about impeachment proceedings against embattled Attorney General John Swallow while Swallow is meeting with GOP legislators to tell his side of the story. And, where are Utah's Democrats while all of this is going on? Bryan Schott and Bob Bernick discuss the week in Utah politics.
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Video: Bernick and Schott on Politics - May 24, 2013
The Utah GOP rejects changes to their nominating system making a ballot initiative much more likely. James Evans is elected as the new Chairman of the Utah Republican Party. Mike Winder decides to not run for another term as West Valley City Mayor. Bryan Schott and Bob Bernick discuss the week in Utah politics.
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Video: Bernick and Schott on Politics - May 17, 2013
Robert Gehrke, crackerjack reporter for the Salt Lake Tribune, joins Bryan Schott to talk about the latest in the John Swallow scandal and what may happen at Saturday's GOP convention.
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Podcast: Chris Hoffman, Creator of Salt City Strangers
Chris Hoffman is the creator of Salt City Strangers, the first comic about an all-LDS superhero team. He speaks with Managing Editor Bryan Schott about how he came up with the idea, and how he wants to use the characters to explore different facets of Utah's culture.
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Salt Lake Tribune

Op-ed: Hatch amendments hurt

Wanted: West Valley City police chief who can restore public trust

Obamacare moves to forefront in immigration debate

Gun lobbyist seeks restoration of firearms rights

Swallow’s fate in House GOP’s hands Wednesday

Charter-school pioneer discusses innovative ed movement at Utah conference

Utah regulators asked to reconsider power plant pollution solution

Paul Rolly: School bus vandalism yields an unlikely culprit

Weber voters to decide $45 million library bond

In veto-proof vote, Salt Lake City Council OK’s $8M tax increase

Wharton: Selfish reasons to oppose Nevada water deal

Report says too many teachers, too little quality; Utah educators question study

Herbert not budging on Snake Valley deal

Family steps up with $4 million to rescue Capitol Theatre project

Granite schools will cut staff to make up budget deficit

Deseret News

Op-ed: People deserve rights at our borders

Editorial: A darkening cloud

Editorial: Limit the power of the Antiquities Act

Milestone reached in removing Moab tailings

Utah Technology Council touts STEM education for Utah’s economic future

Report: Teacher training in U.S. an 'industry of mediocrity'

Governor Herbert says he won't change his mind on Snake Valley water sharing agreement

Salt Lake City approves 13.8 percent tax hike despite mayor's threat to veto

Washington Post writer: Mitt Romney lost because he's Superman; modern voters prefer Batman

Impeachment investigation 'highly likely,' House majority leader says

Other

Mark Saal: In Utah we are constantly fighting the war on weeds (Standard-Examiner)

Emissions could be cut (Park Record)

Hi-ho, Silver: Western governors are away to Park City (Park Record)

Logan Municipal Council to conduct public hearing on $129M proposal for 2014 budget (Logan Herald Journal)

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