Celebrating America 250 with the Doers Network
On Saturday, August 1, over 200 Utahns including elected officials, candidates, community leaders and friends celebrated America 250 with the Doers Network at Wheeler Historic Farm.
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Utah County Candidates Meet in Lehi
Just behind the primary election, Doers-endorsed candidates and supporters met in Lehi for a Meet the Candidates event focused on Utah County and the issues facing our communities.
House Races to Watch in the General Election
We've talked a lot lately about how important the primary election is in Utah, but there are competitive general elections too, mostly in Salt Lake County. In a lot of ways, these will be some of the most important elections in Utah, because these local races will determine whether or not conservative leaders get elected in powerful positions. So pay attention to these Utah House races in particular, and make sure to vote red in November!
The Life of a Utah Bill
Every year, Utah lawmakers introduce hundreds of bills. Some become major pieces of legislation, some change one word in the code, and most receive little attention before quietly disappearing. Whether a bill deals with taxes, education, housing, water, or public safety, every law follows the same path through the Legislature before it reaches the governor’s desk.
Utah's Role in America 250
This year, we celebrate the United States' 250th anniversary. While all eyes are on our country, let's take a look at the role Utah has played in this great nation and how often this state has been at the center of American history.
A Strong Primary for Doers Endorsed Candidates
The June 23rd primary results are in, and the Doers Network has a lot to be grateful for, especially with this being our first election cycle as an organization.
Understanding the Leadership of the Utah Legislature
Leadership is essential in any large organization—especially one like a state legislature, where dozens of elected officials with different opinions must work together to pass laws. This article explains the main leadership roles in Utah. We’ll start with the top two positions and then cover other important roles.
Op-Ed: Serving Students, Not Systems
My experience, from the kitchen table to the policy table, drives my work, deep commitment, and belief that schools must meet students where they are while holding high expectations for what they can become.
Op-Ed: Don't Take My Word for It: Discover Davis County Elections for Yourself
We can have confidence in our elections, “But you don’t have to take my word for it”.
Op-Ed: Wait, I have a state legislature?
I fielded a lot of ridiculous phone calls during my summer as an intern in the DC office of Congresswoman Celeste Maloy. Being the first line of defense against the barrage of frustrated constituents was exhausting but the occasional chance I had to broaden someone’s understanding of the legislative process would often make up for it.