At the last minute I was invited to the Debate for US Senate on Wednesday April 4 at Juan Diego Catholic High School in Draper. I have been invited to events by Chris Herrod and Dan Liljenquist, but I had yet to see Orrin Hatch during my time as state delegate.
I feel that all three candidates could serve Utah well. Although Chris Herrod has strong conservative principles, I don't feel he has the strength to get things done in Washington D.C. On the other hand, Dan Liljenquist, is smart and tenacious. He gave a strong performance in the debate and has solid experience in both the Utah senate and in the business world that make him a viable candidate.
I know that many members of the precinct feel that we should keep Orrin Hatch in office because of his position of seniority. I think this is a valid reason to keep him there, but keep in mind that the next person in line for the head of the finance committee is Mike Crapo, a strong conservative from Idaho. These are my thoughts about the debate. I encourage you to watch the debate to see each candidate in action. I am interested in representing the precinct at the state convention, so I would love to hear your comments.
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Go with Liljenquist. The worst that can happen to Hatch is that he does not get 60% at the Convention and will have to run a primary, probably against Liljenquist. I'd like to see that.
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