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Apr 11, 2008 Seating delegates to make history in Denver The Utah Democratic Party reports an overwhelming response from candidates statewide wanting to become members of the party’s delegation to the Democratic National Convention in Denver this summer. “This is another example of the high level of excitement Democrats are generating this election... more
Mar 28, 2008 Democrats in the West highlight McCain's challenges Sen. John McCain of Arizona, the presumptive Republican nominee for president, brought his so-called Straight Talk Express to Salt Lake City Thursday for an exclusive, $1,000-per-plate luncheon but it wasn’t clear who its engineer was. more
Mar 19, 2008 Republicans fail on anti-poverty scorecard A national anti-poverty advocacy group has flunked or given barely passing scores to Utah’s Republican Congressional delegation while awarding Democratic Congressman Jim Matheson an “A.” A report published by the Sargeant Shriver National Center on Poverty Law underscores the stark difference... more
Mar 19, 2008 AN ARCHIVE OF CANDIDATE PRESS RELEASES Recent press releases on filings distributed by the Democratic Party of Utah more...
Mar 7, 2008 Henderson to run for District 38 Charles Henderson, a community activist, announces his bid to run for District 38. “I am pleased to announce my candidacy for the Utah State Legislature in District 38,” said Henderson. “I am running because I believe the residents in Legislative District 38 deserve a strong principled leader,... more
Feb 28, 2008 Booth announces bid for McGee's House District 28 seat Kelly Ann Booth has announced that she will be a candidate for House District 28 for the Democratic Party. Booth is endorsed by a who’s who of county officials. Ms. Booth has been involved with community organizations such as the Catalyst Humanitarian International, is on the Rape Recovery Center... more
Feb 28, 2008 Seegmiller to take on Curtis in high-profile rematch Jay Seegmiller will announce on Tuesday, March 4, that he will challenge House Speaker Greg Curtis for District 49. “It’s time to clean the House,” said Seegmiller. "More than anyone else, Speaker Curtis is responsible for the way our Legislature functions. It’s time to hold him accountable for... more
Jan 23, 2008 Democratic momentum; GOP disarray This weekend’s results in Nevada and South Carolina are just the latest evidence of the growing gap between Democrats and Republicans in enthusiasm and support for their presidential candidates. more
Feb 9, 2007 Matheson Questions Energy Secretary Congressman Jim Matheson today pressed Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Samuel Bodman concerning plans to remove the 16 million ton Atlas Tailings pile near Moab and the proposed "Divine Strake" explosives test at the Nevada test Site. To read full text of press release click here: more
Feb 3, 2007 Press Briefing on Transportation, Utah Infrastructure, Spending Caps SALT LAKE CITY - Democratic Leader Ralph Becker (D-SLC), Democratic Whip Rep. Brad King (D-Price), Assistant Whip Carol Spackman Moss (D-Holladay), and Caucus Manager David Litvack (D-SLC) will hold a Press Briefing to discuss: READ MORE
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Jan 31, 2007 MEDIA ADVISORY - PRESS CONFERENCE ON DEMOCRATIC INITIATIVES FOR ETHICS Who: Minority Leader Ralph Becker (D-SLC), Democratic Assistant Whip Carol Spackman Moss (D-Holladay)and Rep. Roz McGee (D-SLC) What: PRESS CONFERENCE ON DEMOCRATIC INITIATIVES FOR ETHICS LEGISLATION & GOOD GOVERNMENT Where: West Building Lobby of the State Capitol Complex When: Wednesday,...    more...

Jan 31, 2007 Matheson Says Pay Raise Freeze Appropriate Washington D.C.-Congressman Jim Matheson, who has waged a six-year battle in the House to get an up-or-down vote on the automatic Congressional pay raise, said he welcomes this year's salary freeze. The current annual salary is $165,200.
"However this year's decision to freeze the automatic...    more...

Jan 24, 2007 Senators Hatch and Bennett vote to punish 178,000 Utahns for being poor Senate Republicans Block Minimum Wage Hike for Utah's Working Families
"Too many of our hard working families go to work everyday and play by the rules in a desperate and ever more challenging environment to provide a living for their families, but so many still live in poverty. It...    more...

Jan 18, 2007 Democrats Pass ‘People's Agenda’ in First 45 of 100 Hours While Democrats were hard at work making significant and needed changes in the halls of Congress, Utah Representatives Cannon and Bishop were petulantly voting against the interests of the American citizens and the clear wishes of their Utah constituents. Instead, they are lending their...    more...

Jan 17, 2007 Democrats in Congress Cut Student Loan Interest in Half Matheson Votes To Help Students and Graduates
Bishop and Cannon? Not so much.

"Democrats made a commitment to give more Americans a chance to achieve their dreams of going to college," said Wayne Holland, Jr., Utah State Democratic Party Chair, “today that promise was kept....    more...

Jan 16, 2007 Matheson Bill Saves Housing Program for Seniors Congressman Jim Matheson said senior citizens who tap into their home equity with "reverse mortgages"-in order to remain in their homes but gain income-will keep that option, if a House-passed bill can now be approved by the Senate. Matheson's bill - H.R. 391-passed the House unanimously today.    more...

Jan 12, 2007 Matheson: Seniors Deserve Affordable Drugs "I believe the legislation we are considering today is another measure that will likely provide more affordable medicines for those who need them. That remains my priority," said Matheson. "As a believer in the free market, I also think that consumers benefit when competition dictates the going...    more...

Jan 11, 2007 DENVER - Utah Democrats Praise DNC Convention Announcement “This is just another of the many examples showing the Democratic Party's renewed commitment to reaching out to Americans of all backgrounds, all across the country: an example of the national Democratic Party's unprecedented and ongoing commitment to The West.    more...

Jan 10, 2007 New Democratic Congress Increases Minimum Wage for Utah’s Working Families Democrat Matheson’s Vote Represents up to 77% of Utahns Views
Republicans Cannon and Bishop? Not So Much

“Democrats are acting swiftly to fulfill our promise to restore America to a country that works for working Americans. Passing minimum wage is a critical first step in that...    more...

Jan 10, 2007 Matheson Supports Increase in Minimum Wage "It's been nearly 10 years since the minimum wage increased. Many states have already established a minimum wage at or more than $7 an hour. I do have concerns about difficulties this may pose for some small businesses, but it appears the Senate version will include provisions needed by some...    more...

Jan 9, 2007 URGENT Media Advisory - Divine Strake Meeting Locale Changed Congressman Jim Matheson has been informed by the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) and the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) that the Wednesday (Jan. 10th) Salt Lake City meeting on Divine Strake has been moved to a new location. It had been planned for the Energy Solutions...    more...

Jan 9, 2007 NEWS RELEASE - Utah Democratic Party Chair Releases Letter To NNSA "From denying the people of Utah and Nevada the chance to have their voices and opinions heard, to the last minute change of venue for the Salt Lake presentation, the NNSA and DTRA have shown a pattern of behavior that feeds directly into the people's mistrust and suspicion for this entire...    more...

Jan 9, 2007 Matheson Gains Subcommittee Seats - Key Slots Oversee Energy, Health, and Consumers "Whether it's cleaning up the Moab Tailings pile, fighting against high level nuclear waste, or protecting kids from adult material on the Internet, I am in the right place at the right time to pursue an agenda that is important to Utah families," said Matheson. "Today is 'hit the ground...    more...

Jan 5, 2007 MATHESON: Divine Strake Meetings Should Include Public Comment "I've been asking questions about the nature and purpose of Divine Strake for nearly 10 months. I have sought-among other things-answers about any potential health and safety risks posed by the blast. Sen. Hatch and I initially understood that Utahns would have a chance to present their views...    more...

Dec 12, 2006 Matheson Appointed to Powerhouse Energy & Commerce Committee Salt Lake City, UT-Congressman Jim Matheson today announced he has been appointed to the House Energy and Commerce Committee, a highly-sought and influential House Committee. Energy and Commerce is the oldest legislative standing committee.    more...

Dec 8, 2006 Utah Democrats Welcome End of "Do-Nothing" Republican Congress "Last month the American people sent a powerful message rejecting the failed leadership of the 'do-nothing' Republican Congress and demanded real leadership that will address the needs of our working families," said USDC Chairman Holland. "The people of Utah have paid a high price for the failure...    more...

Nov 28, 2006 Democratic Party Asks Gov. Huntsman To Permit Legislative Debate on Redistricting Process The Democratic Party agrees with Governor Huntsman that it is imperative that we come together and to gain a much needed and deserved fourth seat. In order for that to happen, Utah Democrats respectfully request that the Governor include on the Special Session Call the ability to modify the...    more...

Nov 14, 2006 Utah Democrats Mourn the Passing of a Good Friend – Gary Yengich Salt Lake City, UT – The Utah State Democratic Committee mourns the loss of Gary Yengich, President of International Association of Machinists Local 568. Gary died unexpectedly in Las Vegas last evening where he was attending meetings for retirees.
Gary Yengich was a Democratic nominee...    more...

Nov 8, 2006 Matheson Statement on Secretary Rumsfeld's Resignation Salt Lake City, UT-Congressman Jim Matheson issued the following statement in reaction to the news of Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld's resignation today:
"The time has come for this to happen. We need a fresh approach to deal with the difficult circumstance we face in Iraq. New...    more...

Oct 31, 2006 Final Ashdown-Hatch Debate TODAY WHAT: The last scheduled debate between Pete Ashdown, Democratic nominee, and Orrin Hatch, incumbent Republican, will take place on Tuesday in front of the Salt Lake Rotary Club Luncheon. While Ashdown is willing to meet anywhere and anytime for more debates, his opponent has ducked out of...    more...

Oct 31, 2006 Matheson Announces Service Academy Nominees Salt Lake City, UT-Congressman Jim Matheson is pleased to announce that 16 young men and two young women from Utah's 2nd Congressional District have been selected as nominees to the United States Service Academies. Their names have been submitted for consideration as members of the academy...    more...

Oct 14, 2006 Party Over People: New Poll Shows Rep Bishop Out of Touch With First District “I have a different idea of how things should work in Government: I am an independent western democrat who knows that government is about the people of Utah and not party over values. People over politics.”    more...

Oct 14, 2006 Party over People: Cannon Continues Lockstep March with Party Leadership
"...We need to elect a representative who will reflect our Utah values, and not return a man to D.C., who places the protection of party members and Washington insiders, regardless of sin and scandal, of higher import than protecting the reputation of Utah and its...    more...

Oct 10, 2006 Ashdown Set for Wednesday's Debate Because of his opponent's frequent refusals to debate, it is imperative that the public understands the choice in this election. Clear differences are evident in each candidate's platform, and this debate will add greater detail to that contrast. It also appears that this will be the only...    more...

Oct 3, 2006 DEMOCRATIC PARTY APPLAUDS LDS CHURCH FOR LOCAL INVESTMENT "Since the pioneer days the Church has been committed to being good stewards of their resources and contributing to the whole community – both those who belong to the Church and those who do not," Holland continued. "The fact that the Church is willing to devote its resources to improving...    more...

Sep 27, 2006 Matheson Says Military Commissions Act Balances Protections and Justice "Dangerous terror suspects are awaiting trial. This compromise bill allows those trials to be held, with substantial rights in place for the accused. I strongly condemn the use of torture. This legislation prohibits degrading treatment of detainees, including a specific list of banned behaviors,...    more...

Sep 20, 2006 Matheson Sees Risk to Citizens' Right to Vote in Voter ID Bill Washington DC-Congressman Jim Matheson said legislation requiring proof of citizenship at the polling place puts U.S. citizens at risk of not being allowed to cast their vote. The House is scheduled to vote on HR 4844-the so-called Voter ID bill-Wednesday.    more...

Sep 15, 2006 Democrat Steve Olsen Calls for Rep. Bishop to Rid Incumbent’s Campaign of All Dirty Money Steve Olsen, Democratic candidate for the First Congressional District made the following statement today:

“This is another in a long line of tragic examples showing that the current Republican Congress has abandoned the American values of the late President Ronald Reagan and sold...    more...

Sep 14, 2006 Utah 1st Congressional District Candidate Breaks the mold of old and tired campaigning. Steve Olsen, Utah's First Congressional District candidate, is starting a new and innovative advertising and media campaign beginning on Friday, September 15th.    more...

Sep 14, 2006 “Do Nothing” Republicans Block Help to First Responders to Communicate in Emergencies "The “Do-Nothing” Congressional Republicans are doing the kind of nothing that gets people killed," said Utah State Democratic Party Chair Wayne Holland, Jr. "This report shows how GOP Rubberstampers like Reps. Cannon and Bishop have made America less safe by failing to back up their...    more...

Sep 11, 2006 Statement of DNC Chairman Howard Dean on the Fifth Anniversary of 9/11 "As we mark the fifth anniversary of the tragic attacks against our country, we honor the memories of the brave men and women who lost their lives that day and the families and friends of those who mourn them. Today is a day to reflect on the grief and loss we experienced as Americans but it's...    more...

Sep 7, 2006 Matheson Backs Bill to Improve Health Care for Rural Utahns Washington DC-Congressman Jim Matheson-fresh from visits throughout Utah during August recess-this week helped introduce bipartisan legislation designed to improve health care in rural areas. Matheson is a cosponsor of the Health Care Access and Rural Equity (H-CARE) Act of 2006. He serves in...    more...

Aug 31, 2006 Democrats Rally Against Anti-Troop Demonstrations Utah Democratic Veteran Leads Charge against Phelps

“Our fallen brothers and sisters, proud, loyal Americans, and their grieving families, deserve to have respect and decorum in the final ceremony that honors their lives and their sacrifice. The despicable and deplorable actions of...    more...

Aug 31, 2006 Ashdown Statement on Bush, Hatch Comments

"I believe the people of Utah and the United States want to have health insurance, but too many of them do not. We learned Tuesday that 46.6 million Americans, over a million more in a year, were uninsured in 2005....    more...

Aug 29, 2006 Ashdown Dinner Raises $8k for Charity, Not Politics

SALT LAKE CITY, UT--Pete Ashdown's "Feed the Hungry, Not the Politicians" dinner collected $8370 for charities in Utah and...    more...

Aug 28, 2006 SOLD OUT! - Ashdown Event to Feed the Hungry, Not the Politicians In response to his opponent's dinner to raise money for his cash-strapped campaign, Pete Ashdown will personally buy dinner for up to 150 people. In return, Ashdown is asking each attendee to make a contribution directly to a charity of their choice that deals with hunger in America. The event...    more...

Aug 17, 2006 Ashdown Calls on Hatch to Support Troops - Nominee says Hatch comment "offensive, false, and deceptive" "My opponent continues to trot out the falsehood that Democrats are bad for national security. I find this offensive, false, and deceptive. It shows a fundamental lack of respect for and confidence in the abilities of America's...    more...

Aug 3, 2006 Ashdown Campaign Pledges Unveiled There was a report late last night that the Hatch campaign is refusing to debate in August because (in a varied and circuitous explanation) the campaign season does not begin until after Labor Day. Ashdown condemned this in the...    more...

Jul 26, 2006 Matheson Says National Security, Jobs Win In Foreign Investment Reform Bill July 26, 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Matheson Says National Security, Jobs Win In Foreign Investment Reform Bill Washington DC- Congressman Jim Matheson said today's passage of a bill reforming an obscure committee that oversees foreign investment in the...    more...

Jul 26, 2006 Matheson Introduces Renewable Energy Project Aid for Schools Up to $60 million in Zero-Interest Bonds Could be Distributed to Utah School Districts

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Jul 14, 2006 Matheson: No Weakening of Voting Rights Act "The foundation of our democracy relies on the right of every American to vote, and for those votes to be counted. The Voting Rights Act, originally enacted in 1965, has helped eliminate discriminatory voting practices across our country. It helped empower citizens from all ethnic backgrounds...    more...

Jul 12, 2006 MATHESON , BENNETT INTRODUCE WASHINGTON COUNTY LAND BILL ADDRESSING CONSERVATION AND GROWTH "As promised, we looked at hundreds of comments from stakeholders about the draft proposal. I am pleased that the bill incorporates many important changes that help us balance protection for public lands with responsible growth," said Matheson.    more...

Jul 12, 2006 Raise in the Minimum Wage "Now, Utah's Republican members of the US House and Senate are blocking legislation that will damage millions of American families. Wages are continuing to fall as the cost of necessities like health care and prescription drugs are exploding. These explosions in cost can very well cause an...    more...

Jul 11, 2006 Republicans Take A Bite Out Of Utah Law Enforcement Programs "Democrats understand that homeland security starts with hometown security and are working hard to restore law enforcement funding and to protect Utah’s citizens. Real Security, for all Americans, cannot come ignoring problems and under-funding programs in the hope that everything will be okay"    more...

Jul 1, 2006 Utah Republicans Offer No Relief as Student Loan Interest Rates Skyrocket In our state alone, 45% of students have an average debt of $11,039 under the current interest rates. Once the increase goes into effect this figure will drastically increase. Instead of working to ease the burden on America's working families Republicans like Mr. Cannon and Mr. Bishop voted...    more...

Jun 28, 2006 Matheson Boosts Funding for Grant Program to Fight Drug Crime "This is a program that works-just ask any police chief, county sheriff or mayor. It helps police at the local level coordinate efforts to fight drug traffickers. Byrne grants are one of the best tools out there for winning the war against drug dealers in our communities," said Matheson.    more...

Jun 27, 2006 Burridge Vows to Serve Utah as a "Full-Time" Representative in Congress
Moonlighting Congressmen too distracted to govern responsibly

Burridge wants voters to know that the people's needs should be the most important thing to both a candidate and an elected official. “Politicians who spend their time tending to their own businesses while receiving...    more...

Jun 14, 2006 Matheson Supports Funding for Troops, Hurricane Relief "Our troops will benefit from money to upgrade Abrams tanks and Bradley fighting vehicles, as well as up-armored Humvees, "said Matheson. "It also fully funds last year's increases in the military death gratuity and additional life insurance benefits for military families. Promises made need to...    more...

Jun 13, 2006 Matheson Fights Against Pay Raise for Members of Congress Congressman Jim Matheson-for the sixth time in as many years-took to the House floor today to oppose a pay raise for Members of Congress. Matheson urged his colleagues to reject an obscure procedural move that will grant the pay raise via HR 5576-the Transportation-Treasury-HUD spending bill--...    more...

Jun 8, 2006 Democracy for Utah elects new officers Officers for the Democracy for Utah meet up group were elected June 08, 2006. They will be presiding for the remainder of 2006.    more...

Jun 7, 2006 Matheson Hails Restored Indian Walk-In Center Funds Matheson said the president's budget proposal eliminated the Urban Indian Health Program, which provides funding for 34 non-profit, Indian-controlled and operated urban health programs, including one located in Salt Lake City. Utah's American Indian population leads all other groups in the state...    more...

Jun 7, 2006 Utah Democratic Chair's statement on RJ Snow It is with enormous sadness that Democrats across the state of Utah mark the passing of R.J. Snow. R.J. was a state treasure. His thoughtful eloquence on any issue was always a source of inspiration to any person whose life touched his.    more...

May 26, 2006 CORRECTION: - Utah Democratic Party, Democratic State House and Senate Members and Democratic Candidates Respond To Failed, Arrogant and Irresponsible Leadership in Utah's Legislature. The failed Republican leadership in the Legislature revealed a party at odds with our Governor and with the majority of Utah's citizens. Infighting and power struggles resulted in arrogance and a lack of character to do the right thing. Hiding behind Committee votes without the transparency of...    more...

May 25, 2006 Matheson: False Choice Won't Solve Energy Woes Matheson said he has instead supported legislation that would expand oil refinery capacity, increase average fuel efficiency standards, streamline permitting for oil and gas drilling at existing energy fields, and enhance funding for research and development of new technologies. He has also...    more...

May 24, 2006 Matheson Concerned By Nuke Storage Funding Level in House Bill Matheson has introduced legislation that would keep the country's spent nuclear fuel where it is. Some 46,000 metric tons of spent fuel is now cooling at various power plants around the country and he does not want it coming to Utah. Matheson's bill provides for on site, dry cask storage at...    more...

May 23, 2006 Matheson: Tighter Information Security a Must at Veteran's Department Washington DC-Congressman Jim Matheson said he is very concerned by reports that the Department of Veteran's Affairs waited three weeks to notify veterans that a stolen data file puts them at risk of identify theft.    more...

May 9, 2006 Safe Relinquishment of Infants Law (Safe Haven) Now Supported by HOLLYWOOD PRODUCED TV Ads “When we first came to Richter7, we never imagined we would get this kind of work, not to mention three spots when what we were looking for was for them to re-write copy for an existing spot,” Arent added. “The result has turned out being much beyond our expectations.”    more...

May 5, 2006 Statement from Democratic Chair on LDS announcement. The Utah Democratic Party shares the concerns and the conviction of the First Presidency of the Church of Jesus Christ on the issues of fuel storage and transportation. The PFS plan is a clear and present danger to the people of Utah, and their voice is a welcome addition to thousands of Utah...    more...

Apr 26, 2006 SENATE REPUBLICANS CUT $2 BILLION FOR OUR TROOPS Washington, DC-Senate Democratic Leader Harry Reid issued the following statement on today's vote in the U.S. Senate to cut billions meant to help troops in Iraq and Afghanistan in order to fund border security.    more...

Apr 26, 2006 SENADORES REPUBLICANOS RECORTAN $2 MIL MILLONES PARA NUESTRAS TROPAS El líder demócrata del Senado Harry Reid hizo las siguientes declaraciones sobre la votación de hoy en el Senado federal para recortarle miles de millones de dólares de fondos para ayudar a nuestras tropas en Irak y Afganistán para otorgarle fondos adicionales a la seguridad en la frontera.    more...

Apr 12, 2006 Mayor’s Coalition on Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs to Host Dr. Lynn Webster: "Zero Deaths: Managing Pain; Using Drugs, Not Abusing Drugs” Mayor Anderson and Dr. Webster will be guests on the Doug Wright Show (KSL 1160) this Wednesday, April 12 at 10:30 AM to preview Dr. Webster’s presentation on Friday, and to talk about drug addiction and Salt Lake City’s efforts to address the issue.    more...

Apr 6, 2006 DNC Chairman Joins Prominent Veterans in Announcing Veterans Council Membership, Unveiling 'Fighting Dems' Website Larry Daniel (UT): Larry Daniel is chair of the new Utah Democratic Party's Veterans and Military Families Caucus.
"America's veterans and military families share many of the core values of the Democratic Party-including a commitment to service and a profound belief that every American who...    more...

Apr 5, 2006 Matheson's Porn Tax Would Fund Fight against On-line Predators "The dark side of our technological advances is the way criminals-in horrifying numbers-- are able to use them to prey on children," said Matheson. "My legislation-HR 3479-is all about giving law enforcement the tools it needs to combat this terrible assault on innocence."    more...

Apr 5, 2006 Ashdown Given "Community Spirit" Award SALT LAKE CITY, UT--The Utah Society of Fund Raisers has awarded Pete Ashdown and his company, XMission, their 2006 "Community Spirit" Award for his work as President of XMission and its policy of donating web hosting services to any non-profit organization.    more...

Mar 29, 2006 Dean: Democrats Offer A Bold Agenda For Real Security "The failed policies of President Bush and the Republican-led Congress have undermined the safety and security of our country and left Americans less safe. From their permanent commitment to a failed strategy in Iraq to a pre-9/11 mindset that has kept them from closing vital gaps in our homeland...    more...

Mar 27, 2006 Matheson Announces Grant to support Utah Drug and Gang Task Forces Washington DC-Congressman Jim Matheson said today that the Department of Justice has awarded a $1.5 million Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant to the state of Utah.    more...

Mar 23, 2006 Mayor Rocky Anderson, First Lady Mary Kaye Huntsman, South Salt Lake Mayor Robert Gray to Speak at Underage Drinking Town Meeting Forum to focus on concrete strategies parents can employ to protect children from the dangers of underage drinking    more...

Mar 20, 2006 Summit County Democratic Party challenges Republican candidate A call to the Essex County Board of Elections uncovered that Mr. Shea voted in the 2003 General Election while registered to vote at his home in Lake Placid. Voting in the 2003 General Election falls months short of the requisite 3 years needed to be eligible to run for office in Utah.    more...

Mar 16, 2006 Matheson To Speaker: Too Much Red Ink For House to Recess "It is a moral outrage that this government continues to explode its debt without regard for what it means for Americans. With this action, the government allows more of our currency to be held for foreign governments and it continues the out-of-control spending spree. We cannot sustain this...    more...

Mar 15, 2006 Mayor Corroon Issues Second In Series of White Papers Today, the second White Paper, the discussion concerns Alternatives to Incarceration in Salt Lake County. The White Papers has been posted on the County’s website (www.slco.org). Public safety is a critical part of Salt Lake County government. We rely on our deputies to respond to...    more...

Mar 15, 2006 Utah State Democrats welcome the welcome This feeling of inclusion and acceptance is contained in just one sentence among many. "Principles compatible with the gospel may be found in the platforms of all major political parties," was the statement contained in the letter. While leaders in the Utah Republican Party have chosen to...    more...

Mar 10, 2006 Matheson Statement on Sec. Norton's Resignation "The majority of the land in Utah is owned by the federal government. Whoever manages the Department of Interior is someone with a lot of clout over the lives and the livelihoods of Utahns. I hope Secretary Norton's replacement is someone who, like her, is from the West and who understands and...    more...

Mar 8, 2006 ASHDOWN: I'll Solve Real Problems First Bigger Issues than Flags need to be Addressed, Ashdown says    more...

Mar 8, 2006 Patrice Arent Will Not Seek Reelection To Utah Senate "I have been honored to serve in the Utah House and the Utah Senate for almost a decade. I am proud of my record of service, and grateful for the trust placed in me as an elected representative. It is time for me to move onto new challenges," said Arent.    more...

Mar 8, 2006 Ashdown Officially Filing for US Senate Joining Ashdown will be the other two Democratic challengers for US Congress: Steve Olsen, First Congressional District candidate; and Christian Burridge, Third Congressional District candidate. Ashdown will also be appearing in the Hibernian Society of Utah's St. Patrick's Day Parade Saturday...    more...

Mar 7, 2006 Matheson Cosponsors Line Item Veto Measure Washington DC-Congressman Jim Matheson today signed onto legislation that would give the President line item veto authority over spending bills. The bipartisan measure is scheduled to be introduced in the House today by Wisconsin Republican Paul Ryan.    more...

Mar 5, 2006 It’s unanimous! All of Utah’s US Senator’s fibbed to Utah citizens this week. Like a choreographed dance of deception, both of Utah’s Senators were caught lying while at the same time taking ethical swings at Democrats. The irony is so thick that the truth seems more like a political punch line than the tragic display of “business as usual” that it really is.    more...

Feb 27, 2006 Matheson Calls for Hearing on Ports Contract Seeks Details on How Decision was Made    more...

Feb 23, 2006 DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS RESPONSE DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS RESPONSE DEMOCRATIC CAUCUS RESPONSE TO BUDGET BREAKDOWN As Democrats, we believe it is our job to do the State's business. People of this State deserve to have their elected officials work constructively to address the people's needs. It is important that individual legislators work together to invest in the people of Utah. The children of this...    more...

Feb 23, 2006 "Will Washington politicians ever understand the modern press?" This shift is good for America, but bad for the status quo of Washington. It is encouraging to me is that this change is unstoppable. No matter how much money is spent on traditional marketing and media, the power of communication and technology will always overwhelm those who attempt to control...    more...

Feb 21, 2006 Sen. Hatch = Pants On Fire Utah Senior Senator Fibs to GOP Luncheon Crowd "Nobody denies that he [Hussein] was supporting al-Qaida [sic]." In a clear attack on Democrats, Hatch added, "Well, I shouldn't say nobody. Nobody with brains." [The Spectrum, FEB 19, 2006]    more...

Feb 20, 2006 President Bush’s Budget Shortchanges Utahns “Democrats in Utah are fighting to improve our nation’s homeland security, to provide education for all, and adequately fund Medicare,” said Utah State Democratic Party Chair Wayne Holland, Jr. “Unfortunately Republicans think it’s ok to cut essential programs and make states pick up the tab....    more...

Feb 17, 2006 FIRST AFRICAN AMERICAN SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE Utah reached a new first today as Rep. Duane Bourdeaux (D-SLC) became the first African American Speaker of the Utah House of Representatives,    more...

Feb 9, 2006 Bush Budget Fails Rural America “Republicans in Washington want to balance tax cuts on the backs of working families,” said Utah Democratic Party Chair Wayne Holland, Jr.. “The unreasonable cuts in the President’s new budget proposal will disproportionately affect rural families in Utah.    more...

Jan 31, 2006 Utah Democratic Party State of the Union Response TOGETHER, FAMILIES IN UTAH CAN DO BETTER Today, American families are struggling because the Bush White House and the most corrupt Congress in history have failed to focus on America’s priorities. The basic American values we all share are not being honored: honesty and integrity in our...    more...

Jan 27, 2006 Help for those who need it … just not this year. Utah Democrats worry Governor Huntsman “strategically stalling” on important issues: Hoarding help for Utahns for re-election campaigning.    more...

Jan 25, 2006 Welcome to the new Ideology. Republican Lawmakers staging hostile take over of Regents.    more...

Jan 24, 2006 Veto Proof Majority? The World Is Not Enough. Republican Lawmakers find that voters get in the way. Isn’t it ironic, though, that the Democratic Party has to rush to the defense of the Republican voters?    more...

Jan 18, 2006 Utah Democratic Party demands reform ..."This morning, the Utah State Democratic Party, in conjunction with Democrats in every state, posted a petition on our website. We are asking that voters across the state of Utah take a moment to read our statement, and if they agree, sign our petition demanding a return to a clean and...    more...

Jan 5, 2006 ASHDOWN SLASHDOTTED! Wiki Works: Website given nat'l attention, 7x traffic    more...

Jan 3, 2006 New TASER policy for SLCPD issued by Mayor Anderson Salt Lake City — A new Conducted Energy Device (CED) policy for the Salt Lake City Police Department has been issued. After a recent meeting between Salt Lake City Police Chief Rick Dinse, other Police Department representatives, and Mayor Anderson three significant changes were made to the CED...    more...

Jan 3, 2006 Congressman Cannon: Do the Right Thing - pt. 2 *Note* This release is almost identical to previous releases sent from September, October and November of 2005. ...federal charges of conspiracy, tax evasion, and mail fraud, as well as, in the words of US District Court Judge Ellen Huvelle, having engaged in a conspiracy involving the...    more...

Dec 19, 2005 Matheson Supports Defense Funding Bill Secures Funding for Utah Projects "Our men and women in uniform have performed magnificently, at great sacrifice. I am committed to providing everything they need to accomplish their mission and return home safely, said Matheson.    more...

Dec 19, 2005 Matheson Lauds Passage of Defense Authorization Bill “Torture is morally wrong. It is politically damaging to our country throughout the civilized world. And, as retired Utah Brig. General David Irvine testified here this month, it is an ineffective way of extracting truth,” said Matheson.    more...

Dec 15, 2005 Matheson Wins Effort to Preserve Radioactive Fallout Records Washington DC-Congressman Jim Matheson's legislation (HR 2633), which declares a Department of Defense moratorium on the destruction of military records that may hold important historical data on radioactive fallout is included in the final FY 2006 Defense Authorization bill.    more...

Dec 14, 2005 Matheson Says Fight Terrorism without Trampling Utahns' Freedoms "I worry about allowing the FBI to secretly search records of libraries, bookstores and doctors' offices. That type of government intrusion into our lives just goes too far," said Matheson.    more...

Dec 14, 2005 Utah, Nevada Join Forces to Stop East Dumping Nuke Waste on the West House Bill Introduced by Matheson, Berkley    more...

Dec 14, 2005 Utah Delegation Succeeds with Wilderness Area to Block Nuke Waste Transport Washington DC-Congressman Jim Matheson joined the Utah congressional delegation today in announcing that legislation to create a wilderness area adjacent to Skull Valley in Utah's west desert is included in the final FY 2006 Defense Authorization bill. That legislation is expected to pass...    more...

Dec 13, 2005 Matheson Hails Passage of Meth Abuse Legislation Sets Standards for Clean-up    more...

Dec 8, 2005 Matheson: House Tax Cut Bill Digs Deficit Ditch Deeper Washington DC-Congressman Jim Matheson said today that a tax cut bill voted on by the House-HR 4297-- only makes the fiscal mess facing the country worse and ignores pressing priorities.    more...

Dec 8, 2005 Cannon and Bishop Follow Cold-Hearted Budget Cuts with Deficit Expanding Special Interest Tax Cut. “The eternal goal for Democrats is protection and representation for all Americans. Democrats eliminated the deficit in the ‘90’s while we protected American working families. We can do it again, but Utah needs to lead the trend toward more responsible, ethical government. That would reflect the...    more...

Nov 23, 2005 Matheson: Forgoing Pay Raise Would Show Conviction From the Office of Utah Congressman Jim Matheson MATHESON NEWS Second Congressional District For Further Information Alyson Heyrend: (801) 455-5593 (cell) www.house.gov/matheson November 18, 2005 FOR IMMEDIATE...    more...

Nov 15, 2005 ASHDOWN OPPOSES HR 4194 "A prime example of the lack of Congressional technology chops"    more

Oct 31, 2005 President Bush Plays Smoke and Mirrors With Alito Nomination Democratic Party Chair Wayne Holland, Jr. today issued the following statement on President Bush’s nomination of Samuel Alito to the United States Supreme Court:    more...

Aug 19, 2005 Mayor Anderson Presents Message From Olympic Host City at Farragosto Celebration For Immediate Release: August 19, 2005 Mayor Anderson Presents Message From Olympic Host City at Farragosto Celebration ...    more...

Aug 17, 2005 Salt Lake City Selected to Receive Support to Build Stronger After-School Programs For Immediate Release:            ...    more...

Aug 17, 2005 Plea to President Bush on Veterans Benefits For Immediate Release August 17, 2005 Plea to President Bush on Veterans Benefits Salt Lake City , UT – Utah Democratic Party Chairman Wayne Holland is pleased that Utah has the opportunity to...    more...

Aug 16, 2005 Mayor Anderson Launches Drug Overdose Prevention and Response Campaign For Immediate Release: August 16, 2005 Mayor Anderson Launches Drug Overdose Prevention and Response Campaign             On Wednesday, August 17,...    more...

Jul 14, 2005 Matheson Calls for Extending Terrorism Risk Insurance Congressman Jim Matheson today joined a bipartisan call for extending the Terrorism Risk Insurance Act (TRIA) to backstop the insurance industry, saying that the private sector isn’t ready yet to take on the entire burden of insuring companies against acts of terror. Matheson is a member of the...    more...

Jun 29, 2005 Matheson Opposes Spending Bill- Cites Severe Education Cuts Congressman Jim Matheson said programs vital to Utah children, Utah seniors and Utah families will suffer under the Labor, Health and Human Services and Education Appropriations Act -HR 3010-adopted by the House today. Matheson voted no on the FY2006 spending measure.    more...

Jun 29, 2005 Matheson's Is Lone Voice Against Congressional Pay Raise Washington, Congressman Jim Matheson-for the fifth time in as many years-took to the House floor today, to speak in opposition to the FY'06Member pay raise. Matheson urged his colleagues to reject a procedural move that will grant the pay raise via HR 3058-the Transportation-Treasury-HUD-Judiciary-DC...    more...

Jun 23, 2005 Matheson Bill Targets Inflexible 'No Child Left Behind' Rules Qualified teachers barred under federal criteria Congressman Jim Matheson said today he has reintroduced legislation-HR 3036-- that addresses one of Utah schools' biggest concerns about the federal "No Child Left Behind Act""-a too rigid definition of a "qualified" teacher.    more...

Jun 23, 2005 Matheson Critical of Public Broadcasting Cuts Congressman Jim Matheson Thursday criticized the $100 million budget cut proposed for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, saying it is the unfortunate result of partisan politics being played with public broadcasting.    more...

Jun 22, 2005 Matheson Says Constitution, Not Flag, Protects Freedoms Congressman Jim Matheson said today that while he is deeply offended by desecration of the flag, it is our rights under the Constitution that matter most, including its protections for free speech. Matheson voted no on H.J. Res 10-Constitutional Amendment to Prohibit Desecration of the Flag.    more...

Jun 17, 2005 Matheson Vows to Fight Funding for New Nukes Congressman Jim Matheson said he'll continue to fight to eliminate funding for a study of a new generation of nuclear weapons, despite a move by a Senate Committee to add money in its version of the annual Energy and Water Appropriations bill.    more...

Jun 17, 2005 Matheson Faults Cutbacks of Local Law Enforcement Funding Washington, D.C.-Congressman Jim Matheson said passage today of the annual appropriations bill for the Departments of State, Justice and Commerce hurts efforts by local law enforcement agencies to fight crime in their communities. Matheson voted no on HR 2862, saying the cuts in Byrne Grants...    more...

Jun 15, 2005 COMMON GOOD OR TYRANNY OF THE MARKET by G. Donald Gale For years, I was recognized everywhere I went in Utah. I was on radio and television every day for twenty years. Never missed a day. But fame is fleeting. I wrote and broadcast six thousand editorials -- 1,482,000 words -- twice as many as Shakespeare wrote. Enough of that comparison.    more...

Jun 10, 2005 Matheson salutes business for curbing greenhouse gasses Matheson: Businesses are Taking Lead to Cut Greenhouse Gas Emissions Washington, DC-Congressman Jim Matheson and others on the House Science Committee today heard from U.S. businesses who have implemented energy efficient practices and manufacturing process changes to reduce greenhouse gas...    more...

Jun 3, 2005 Why Can't Rob Bishop Deliver for Utah? Finger-pointing obscures Bishop's failures    more...

May 13, 2005 Jim Matheson submits tribute to Alberta Henry to the Congressional Record House of Representatives Representative Jim Matheson (UT-02) In Honor of Alberta Henry May 12, 2005 Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and pay tribute to the late Mrs. Alberta Henry, a long-time resident of Utah. Mrs. Henry was a civil-rights...    more...

May 12, 2005 Thursday Night Chat with Pete Ashdown More Details To Come http://www.pashdown.org/    more...

May 7, 2005 2005 State Convention Results Official Results of the 2005 State Convention    more...

Mar 10, 2005 Sen. Ron Allen Statement on Appointment to Public Service Commission I was contacted today by Governor Huntsman and asked to serve on the Public Service Commission. I am honored to be asked to serve as one of three commissioners that have the difficult task of ensuring safe, reliable, adequate, and reasonably priced utility service. I gladly accept this exciting...    more...

Mar 10, 2005 Letter to Delegates from Senate District 12 Dear Democratic Delegate: Today, Governor Jon Huntsman, Jr. has appointed Senator Ron Allen to the Public Service Commission. Per state statute Senator Allen is required to resign his State Senate seat.    more...

Mar 2, 2005 Matheson Opposes Job Training Act Washington, D.C.- Congressman Jim Matheson voted Wednesday against job training legislation in the House that he said could weaken programs tailored for Utah's displaced workers. The measure - HR 27 "Job Training Improvement Act" - reauthorizes state programs for adult education and the...    more...

Mar 1, 2005 Revisiting the Goals of the Democratic Response to the State of the State Address Rep. Ralph Becker, House Democratic Leader, began the Monday, February 28 press briefing to revisit items that Democrats indicated were important to us in the Democratic Response to the State of the State Address (DRSOSA). He said that, as expected, the results of the legislative session thus far...    more...

Feb 28, 2005 OP-ED: MEDICAID FUNDING NEEDED NOW - Sen. Gene Davis Over the past three years as the economy was in recession, the legislature decreased funding for transportation by just over $85 million.    more...

Feb 23, 2005 FUNDING FOR H.I.V. MEDICATIONS IN JEOPARDY Salt Lake City, Utah - Last night, Tuesday, February 22, a candlelight vigil was held on the plaza behind the State Capitol to encourage the legislature to provide $500,000 in funding to offset losses in the Ryan White fund for medication that prevent HIV positive patients from developing...    more...

Feb 22, 2005 BRIEFING NOTES ON TUITION TAX CREDITS Rep. Ralph Becker, the House Democratic Leader, started the regular Monday, February 21 press briefing by quoting from the Democratic Response to the State of the State Address. He said, "'Vouchers or tuition tax credits are not the answer. They use taxpayer money to...    more...

Feb 22, 2005 Filing for State Party Offices Carlos Vasquez, the Secretary of the Utah Democratic Party, will be accepting declarations of candidacy from MARCH 1 to MARCH 31    more...

Feb 8, 2005 SENATOR KAREN HALE APPOINTED AS SENATE MINORITY CAUCUS MANAGER Salt Lake City, UT -- Sen. Karen Hale has been appointed to serve as the Senate Minority Caucus Manager and on the Legislative Management Committee. The positions were previously held by Sen. Paula Julander who retired from the Senate last week.    more...

Feb 8, 2005 HB84 READING REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENT ADVANCEMENT Salt Lake City, UT - Rep. Karen Morgan's HB 84 Reading Requirements for Student Advancement will be heard in the House Education Committee tomorrow, February 9th at 8:00 AM. The bill requires that pupils in first through third grades read at or above grade level prior to advancing to the next grade.    more...

Feb 3, 2005 Senate 2 Delegate Meeting The Senate 2 delegate meeting regarding Sen. Paula Julanders Senate seat will take place Saturday at 10:00 AM at the County Council Chambers at 2001 S. State.    more...

Feb 2, 2005 SEN. PAULA JULANDER TO RESIGN DUE TO MEDICAL REASONS NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 2, 2005 SEN. PAULA JULANDER TO RESIGN DUE TO MEDICAL...    more...

Feb 1, 2005 A Letter from UDP Chair, Donald Dunn A Letter from UDP Chair, Donald Dunn concerning the DNC Chair.    more...

Jan 25, 2005 Candidates for DNC Chair Candidates for DNC Chair    more...

Jan 17, 2005 Representative Ty McCartney to Resign From the Legislature Announcement made today, Monday, January 17th.    more...

Sep 14, 2004 ENRON II LANDS IN SALT LAKE COUNTY - Auditor's office Compromised Again! Peter Stevens, CPA and Democratic Candidate for Salt Lake County Auditor will hold a press conference tomorrow, Wednesday, September 15, 2004.    more...

Sep 8, 2004 GOVERNOR JEANNE SHAHEEN KEYNOTE SPEAKER FOR UTAH DEMOCRATS Former New Hampshire Governor Jeanne Shaheen will be the keynote speaker at the Utah Democrats’ annual Eleanor Roosevelt Awards Luncheon, tomorrow at noon.    more...

Jul 26, 2004 Democratic National Convention Press CONTACT: Adam Hull O: 801-328-1212 M: 435-640-6465 F: 801-328-1238 Democratic National Convention Press DATE: July 26th to July 29th LOCATION: Boston, Massachusetts The deadline for applying for press credentials to the 2004 Democratic National Convention in Boston,...    more...

Jul 15, 2004 Bringing expertise, trust and leadership to the County Auditor’s Office Salt Lake—Believing that restoration of expertise, trust and leadership are long over due in the Auditor’s office and in Salt Lake County Government in general, Peter Stevens has announced his candidacy for Salt Lake County Auditor.    more...

Jul 2, 2004 Chairman Dunn Press Availability Following the Republican Party Press Conference concerning Salt Lake County Mayor Nancy Workman, Donald Dunn, Chairman of the Utah Democratic Party, will be available for comment at 3:00pm at Utah Democratic Party Headquarters.    more...

Jun 21, 2004 Salt Lake County Central Committee Meeting Members of the County Party Central Committee (legislative chairs, precinct chairs, precinct vice chairs, and executive committee members) have the responsibility to appoint replacements for County Party Officers and nominate candidates for the mid-term elections of Salt Lake County...    more...

May 12, 2004 Matheson for Congress Endorses Local Candidates Salt Lake City - - Congressman Jim Matheson announces his endorsement of some of Utah’s candidates running for state and local office.    more...

May 11, 2004 VAN DAM TO ANNOUNCE BICYCLE LISTENING TOUR OF UTAH Salt Lake City, Utah - Coming off a resounding victory at the Democratic Convention, Democratic Nominee for the United States Senate, Paul Van Dam, will hold a press conference at the Salt Lake City and County Building on Thursday May 13th at 11:00 AM to announce his “Van Dam Bicycle Listening...    more...

May 10, 2004 Democrats Respond to Walker’s Removal Utah State Democratic Party Chair Donald Dunn, Senate Minority Leader Mike Dmitrich, and House Minority Leader Brent Goodfellow will comment on the results of both Parties’ State Convention and the removal by the Majority Party of their incumbent candidate.    more...

May 10, 2004 Paul Van Dam for United States Senate Salt Lake City, Utah - Democratic Party nominee for the United States Senate, Paul Van Dam, is contacting the leadership of both political parties in the United States Congress in Washington DC to urge them to conduct a full and thorough investigation into the mistreatment of prisoners in Iraq.    more...

May 4, 2004 Beau Babka Kicking off Campaign Draper, UT – Beau Babka, Democratic candidate for the 3rd Congressional District, held a press conference on Wednesday, May 5th, at 10:00 a.m., kicking off his campaign to replace Chris Cannon.    more...

Apr 30, 2004 2004 Utah State Democratic Convention The 2004 Utah State Democratic Convention will take place on May 7th and 8th and arrangements have been made for all Press mediums. Risers will be provided directly in front of the stage for both print and broadcast media.    more...

Apr 26, 2004 Utah State Democratic Party Headquarters The Utah Democratic Party will be celebrating the Grand Opening of their new Headquarters on the third floor of the Stayner-Fitzgerald Building.    more...

Apr 12, 2004 Marilee Latta to Announce Salt Lake County Mayor Candidacy Marilee Latta will announce her candidacy for the Democratic Nomination for the office of Salt Lake County Mayor. The announcement will take place in front of the concession stand in Liberty Park. Enter and park by the aviary.    more...

Mar 31, 2004 Democratic National Convention Essay Contest The DNCC has announced two essay contests for young Americans interested in participating in the Convention proceedings.    more...

Mar 30, 2004 National Delegate Selection Begins The filing period for submitting applications for delegate positions to the Democratic National Convention begins on the 30th of March and will continue until Friday, the 9th of April. Utah has been allotted 29 Delegates.    more...

Mar 26, 2004 Young Democrats Honor 2004 Democratic Candidates The Young Democrats of Utah will be hosting a reception in the honor of the 2004 Democratic Candidates.    more...

Mar 24, 2004 Democratic Precinct Caucuses Building on the momentum gained from the unprecedented turnout in the 2004 Democratic Presidential Primary, thousands of Utah Democrats showed up to their precinct caucuses last night to play a role in the creation of Utah’s government.    more...

Mar 7, 2008 It's a West Jordan businessman vs. Buttars WEST JORDAN - John Rendell announces his candidacy to run for Utah Senate District 10, the seat currently held by Chris Buttars. “I believe it is time to restore dignity to our Senate representation in West Jordan,” said Rendell, referring to Sen. Buttars’ recent controversy regarding what many...    more

Oct 25, 2005 Chairman Holland’s Statement on 2000 Deaths in Iraq We need to protect these men and women. We need a plan for success. Anything less is nothing short of contemptible disrespect.    more...

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