Brad Daw: A 'Russet' from Shelley

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Utah Policymaker: Rep. Brad Daw, House District 60, Orem

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Occupation: Computer Engineer and part-time legislator.

Education: Shelley High School, Shelley, Idaho (yes I am a Russet, it that a problem?);BYU, Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering, electronics option; San Jose State University, Master of Science in computer engineering.

Growing up: On a farm in Idaho.

Fond memory: Floating in a leaky rubber raft down Box Canyon in Island Park and fishing, with Dad having to stop every so often to blow up the boat.

Childhood ambition: To be an astronaut.

Family: I thank heaven for them every day.

Why politics: Freedom isn't free and everyone needs to do their part.