News Highlights

Not much spontaneity in tonight’s debate, says Deseret Morning News editorial. Salt Lake Tribune editorial offers debate viewers’ guide. Standard-Examiner editorial says viewers will be looking for strong leadership and consistency. George Bush ahead in Utah 69-21%, according to new survey by Tribune. Gubernatorial candidates discuss health care (The Spectrum).

Quote of the Day

"We didn't catch a burglar, what we caught on the videotape was an unfaithful wife."

- Utah County Attorney Kay Bryson, commenting on allegations that he improperly installed videotaping equipment in the condominium of his estranged wife, Rep. Katherine Bryson (Salt Lake Tribune). See also Deseret Morning News story.

Who Will Win the Debate?

Big debate tonight, 7 p.m. John Kerry needs a win. George Bush just has to hold his own. If you want to tell us who you think the winner is, e-mail your comments and insights to daily@utahpolicy.com. We'll publish them Friday.

Please Mark Your Ballot

Actually, if new electronic voting equipment works as planned, it doesn't matter who wins the debate. Here's a little gallows humor from the Democrats.

Utah Policymaker Blog

We had a good response to our initial invitation to Utah policymakers to become bloggers. We have a couple dozen people signed up so far, including legislators, city leaders, county leaders and appointed officials. We'll be sending them instructions soon. We want more policymakers to participate, a good cross-section of local, state and federal leaders. To qualify, you need to be an elected official (at any level), or an appointed official at the policymaker level (city manager, department head, etc.). We're not going to be too strict. We've also invited a few other people like the chairs of the political parties.

We'll have the actual blog site up on the www.utahpolicy.com web site within a day or so and should be ready to post blogs by the first of next week. Remember, this is all brand new and experimental. We'll learn as we go along. We don't want the policymaker blog to be dominated by a few aggressive or loquacious politicians. We don't want it to be too shrill or right-wing or left-wing. We encourage spirited debate, but we want bloggers to be respectful of each other and stick to the issues. We do want policymakers to use the blog to promote their causes and priorities, to comment on things published in the news media, and to share their observations and insights. This policymaker blog can be a lot of fun and provide a valuable public service, or it can be a great idea that doesn't pan out. We'll find out. So send a message to daily@utahpolicy.com, if you're a policymaker and you want to participate.

Diverse Positions in Issues Guide

The Sutherland Institute has published an on-line Election Year Issues Guide. It contains 132 state policy questions, followed by responses from the Sutherland Institute and other individuals and groups. It's interesting to compare the Sutherland Institute's positions on some sensitive issues with the positions of the American Civil Liberties Union. Check it out at here. “Our goal with this Guide is to encourage a constructive, civil community dialogue,” said Sutherland President Paul T. Mero. “We hope you will embrace it in that spirit.” This guide is an excellent starting point for aspiring politicians who are developing their own positions on key issues.

Are Liberals More Vocal?

The Salt Lake Tribune doesn't get enough letters-to-the-editor from conservatives. In an editorial section column last Sunday, Public Forum editor Malin Foster veritably pleaded for more letters from conservatives. He acknowledged that the Tribune's letters section is lopsided and theorized that conservatives are less likely to be complaining sorts, while out-of-power liberals are more likely to be mad at the world. It might also have something to do with who's reading the two Salt Lake newspapers. The Deseret Morning News gets plenty of letters from conservatives. Anyway, all you conservatives out there, Foster really wants your letters. E-mail them to letters@sltrib.com.

Housekeeping: If you see articles in newspapers, magazines, web sites, blogs, etc., anywhere in the country that would be interesting to our readers in Utah, send along the links so we can share them. E-mail to: daily@utahpolicy.com.

"In the simplest terms, a leader is one who knows where he wants to go, and gets up, and goes." - John Erskine

"The real leader has no need to lead -- he is content to point the way." - Henry Miller

"The final test of a leader is that he leaves behind in others the conviction and the will to carry on." - Walter Lippman

Rep. Roger E. Barrus, District 18, October 4
Rep. Ben C. Ferry, District 2, October 11
Rep. Gregory H. Hughes, District 51, October 13
Sen. Gregory Bell, District 22, October 16

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New York Times
- Panel considers copyright bill

Associated Press
- Study: West needs power boost

Salt Lake Tribune
- Mullen: Huntsman puts logic in a lockup
- Bryson divorce fight gets messier
- Centerville board delays Wal-Mart decision
- Workman judge used to county spats
- Money walks as Moore scares donations away
- Gun control pros and cons charge up 'Freedom Forum'
- Battles over nukes stall 2005 budget
- Davis County mayors seek funds for jail
- As Bush, Kerry gear up for first debate, Utah doesn't try to hide its preference
- Sevier County population up a tad from 2000 census
- Editorial: A viewer's guide
- Editorial: BLM and OHVs
- Kirby: How to handle the media? Try a headlock

St. George Spectrum
- Governor hopefuls present agendas on health care
- Editorial: Youth homes need more oversight

Standard-Examiner
- Wal-Mart still possible
- Mayors support jail with resolution
- WSU guests talk marriage rights
- Editorial: Kerry's focus will be 'security moms'

Daily Herald
- Sederburg says Moore visit is having impact on fund raising
- U.S. Senate race eerily familiar for Bennett
- Hatch praises passage of 'Feed America Thursday'
- Op-ed: Amendment 3 is about protecting the family

Deseret Morning News
- Video revs up Bryson squabble
- Gay-nuptial amendment up for House vote today
- Minority population is booming
- Snowmobile protest in D.C. is banned
- Tempers rise at mayor's gun forum
- Martinez says he has evidence against Workman
- Utah's growing population will need more water
- Foundation urges smarter water use
- Utah not using transit options
- Are tax hikes down the road?
- Editorial: Keep Lake Powell's name
- Editorial: No spontaneity in debates

Please submit calendar items to Daily@UtahPolicy.com

- Sept 27-Oct 2: Steve Thompson for Congress Neighborhood Walk in Weber and Morgan Counties. Call 435-753-3979 to schedule a visit.
- Sept 30: First presidential debate, 7 pm. Moderator: Jim Lehrer
- Sept 30: Presidential candidate Michael Peroutka, 7:30 pm, UVSC, Sorenson Student Center, Grand Ballroom, 800 W University Parkway, Orem.
- Oct 1: Gubernatorial debate at Provo/Orem Chamber of Commerce, 12 noon, Provo Marriott.
- Oct 1: Presidential candidate Michael Peroutka, 7 pm, Ben Lomond HS, 800 Jackson Ave, Ogden.
- Oct 1: Andrew McCullough for Attorney General fundraiser, Utah vs. New Mexico football game, food and refreshments, 5:30 pm,  2314 E Sunnyside Ave, SLC, $10.
- Oct 2: Women's Democratic Club Luncheon, 12 pm to 2 pm, Sheraton City Center, VIP 2 Room, 150 West 500 South, Salt Lake City. Contact: Sheryl Ivey (801) 942-2312.
- Oct 2: Libertarian Party meet/greet/eat fundraiser, 11 am-10 pm, Baja Fresh Mexican Grill, 911 East Fort Union Blvd, Midvale. 15% of purchase donated to Libertarian Party if you identify yourself as a Libertarian.
- Oct 2: Peter Corroon walk s precincts in Sandy and West Jordan. 801-328-2208.
- Oct 4: Mark Shurtleff at Orrin Hatch's Women's Conference, 10:30 am, Salt Palace. 801-910-9463.
- Oct 4-9: Steve Thompson for Congress Neighborhood Walk in Salt Lake County. Call 435-753-3979 to schedule a visit.
- Oct 5: Public Education Appropriations Subcommittee meets, 9 am, State Capitol, Rm W135.
- Oct 5: Vice presidential debate, 7 pm. Moderator: Gwen Ifill
- Oct 5: Utah Log Cabin Republicans Monthly Meeting, 7:30 pm, Room N4010, Salt Lake County Building, 2001 South State Street, Salt Lake.
- Oct 5: Eminent Domain Conference, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Red Lion downtown SLC, register 801-731-5399.
- Oct 6: Attorney General Candidates debate, 6-8 pm, Dixie State College, Dunford Auditorium, TV KCSG 4, Radio KDXU 890 AM.
- Oct 6: Utah Stonewall Democrats monthly meeting, 5:30 pm, GLBTCCU, 359 N 300 W.
- Oct 6: Utah Land Use Institute, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm, Red Lion downtown, SLC, register 801-731-5399.
- Oct 7: Progressive Democratic Caucus Meeting, 6:30 pm to 8 pm, 455 South 300 East, Suite 102, Salt Lake City. Contact: Craig Axford (801) 918-6017.
- Oct 8: Second presidential debate, 7 pm. Moderator: Charles Gibson
- Oct 8: Jenny Wilson for County Council Fundraiser, silent art auction and performance by Kurt Bestor, 5 pm, Alta Club, 100 E So. Termple, SLC, RSVP 801-521-3766, $50.
- Oct 9: Davis County Democrats No-Host Breakfast, 8:30 am to 10 am, Joanie's Restaurant, 286 North 400 West, Kaysville. Contact: Richard Watson (801) 292-6772.
- Oct 9: Mark Shurtleff at Utah County GOP Women's Fundraiser, 5 pm, Provo Marriott. 801-910-9463.
- Oct 9: Peter Corroon walks precincts in the East Benches. 801-328-2208.
- Oct 11: Utah Foundation & Hinckley Institute of Politics lecture on Utah‘s Economy-The Challenges and Benefits of Growth, Noon, U of U Spencer Hall Rm 255. Free to Public. Also broadcast on KUER-FM 90.1.
- Oct 11: Meet the Cache County and School Board Candidates Night, 7-9 pm, Whittier Community Center, 290 N. 400 E, Logan. Sponsored by the League of Women Voters and the PTA.
- Oct 11-16: Steve Thompson for Congress Neighborhood Walk in Weber County. Call 435-753-3979 to schedule a visit.
- Oct 12: Open Forum with the Gubernatorial Candidates, 7:30 pm, New Davis Conference Center in Layton, 801-510-1221.
- Oct 13: Gubernatorial Debate, KSL Radio 1160 with Doug Wright, 10 am, KSL studios.
- Oct 13: Third presidential debate, 7 pm. Moderator: Bob Schieffer
- Oct 14: Sutherland Institute seminar "Ethical Fitness--Being an Authentic Leader," 8:30-11:30 am, 6th Floor 150 E Social Hall Ave, SLC. Register: 801-355-1272.
- Oct 14: Mark Shurtleff speaks at the Minority Community Event, 9 am, SLC. 801-910-9463.
- Oct 16: Peter Corroon will walk the precincts in Midvale and WVC. 801-328-2208.
- Oct 17: Civic Dialogue presents a moderated debate on the Open Space Initiative, 5:30 pm, KUED Channel 7.
- Oct 18: Jon Huntsman Jr. at Tooele Valley Rotary Club luncheon, 12 pm, Best Western Inn Tooele.
- Oct 18: Gubernatorial Debate, KUTV Take Two with Rod Decker, 6:30 pm, airs live outside KUTV studios on Main Street.
- Oct 19: Gubernatorial Debate at Salt Lake Rotary Club, 12 noon, Marriott Hotel 75 S W Temple, SLC.
- Oct 19: First District Candidates Rob Bishop and Steve Thompson debate, 7 pm, KUED Channel 7.
- Oct 20: Salt Lake Chamber’s Business Friendly Legislators Breakfast, 7:30 a.m., Little America
- Oct 20: Attorney General Candidates debate, 12:30 pm, Sutherland Moot Court Room, S.J. Quinney College of Law, Univ. of Utah.
- Oct 20: Mark Shurtleff holds Meet the Candidate Night, 6 pm, Brigham City. 801-910-9463.
- Oct 21: Mark Shurleff at PTA Legislative Forum, 1-2 pm, Hollywood Conn.
- Oct 21: Gubernatorial Debate, On the Record with ABC 4 News Reporter Chris Vanocur, 7 pm.
- Oct 24: Civic Dialogue presents Salt Lake County Mayoral Race Debate, 5:30 pm, KUED Channel 7.
- Oct 24: Third District Candidates Chris Cannon and Beau Babka debate, 7 pm, KUED Channel 7.
- Oct 25: Utah Foundation & Hinckley Institute of Politics lecture on Education-The Debate Over School Choice and Tuition Tax Credits, Noon, U of U Spencer Hall Rm 255. Free to Public. Also broadcast on KUER-FM 90.1.
- Oct 25: Gubernatorial Debate, KSL-TV, KSL Radio and the Deseret Morning News, Rose Wagner Theatre, 7 pm.
- Oct 25: Meet the State and National Candidates Night, 7-9 pm, Whittier Community Center, 290 N. 400 E, Logan. Sponsored by the League of Women Voters and the PTA.
- Oct 26: Salt Lake Chamber Board of Governors, 7:30 a.m., Chamber Board Room, featuring candidates Jon Huntsman, Nancy Workman, Mark Shurtleff
- Oct 26: Green Party of Utah Roots Local Monthly Meeting, 12 pm, Sprague Library, 1100 East, just past 2100 South, Salt Lake City. Contact: 486-2558.
- Oct 26: Utah Attorney General Candidates debate, 7 pm, KUED Channel 7.
- Oct 28: Second District Candidates Jim Matheson and John Swallow debate, 7 pm, KUED Channel 7.
- Oct 28-29: UEA Convention.
- Oct 29: Gubernatorial Debate, KUED Studios, 7 pm, U of U, airs Nov. 1.
- Oct 31: Civic Dialogue presents a moderated debate on the Utah Constitutional Revision of Marriage, 5 pm, KUED Channel 7.
- Oct 31: US Senate Candidates Bob Bennett and Paul Van Dam scheduled to debate, 7 pm, KUED Channel 7.
- Nov 1: Utah Candidates for Governor scheduled to debate, 7 pm, KUED Channel 7.
- Nov 2: General Election, 7 am to 8 pm.

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