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Spencer Cox

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Spencer James Cox is an American politician serving as the 18th governor of Utah since January 4, 2021. A member of the Republican Party, he previously held the position of Lieutenant Governor of Utah from January 7, 2013, until he assumed the governorship. Cox has focused on various issues during his tenure, including economic development, education, and public health. He has been an advocate for bipartisanship and community engagement in governance.

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August 28, 2026

originalism is very important to me and to these justices as well

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  1. this is the 150th anniversary year of the Republican Party. Over a century and a half, from the abolition of slavery to the establishment of women's suffrage, to the freeing of millions in the Soviet Empire and Afghanistan and in Iraq, the Republican Party has been the most effective political organization in the history of the world in advancing the cause of freedom. So that all of us can learn more about the achievements of this fundamentally American institution in its 150th anniversary year, the House Republican Policy Committee has published the 2005 Republican Freedom Calendar. Each day of the year, the calendar lists an important milestone of the Republican Party's history of advancing freedom and civil rights in America. It was on this day in 1901, 103 years ago, that America mourned the death of Republican President William McKinley, who established an impressive civil rights record. To show his support for African Americans, President McKinley defied Democrat protests to travel to Alabama and deliver an address at the Tuskegee Institute, which was founded by the celebrated African American Republican Booker T. Washington. Mr. Speaker, the calendar is available on line at policy.house.gov.3 sources2004govinfo.gov
  2. If on July 3, 4, or 5 we have multiple starts in this valley, we’re screwed, OK? That’s It. Nobody to respond.2 sources2026utahnewsdispatch.com
  3. The question has never been whether to protect them, but how to protect them best.2 sources2026utahnewsdispatch.com
Aug 28, 2026

I hope that they will rule against me and against the Legislature whenever they feel like that is necessary

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Aug 20, 2026

I think we need major reform when it comes to MIDA, and I will be pushing for that reform again.

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Aug 20, 2026

MIDA in particular has seen a little mission creep with what their initial responsibilities were and goals were.

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Aug 20, 2026

Utah must invest state funds to ensure that every child has an equal opportunity to a quality educational foundation that will prepare them to grow, learn, and succeed.

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Aug 20, 2026

If we really want Utah to be family friendly, then we must invest in our families.

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Aug 15, 2026

I feel confident in the election system in this country, and I hope that politicians will be responsible.

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Aug 10, 2026

Quantum technology is going to change how we compute, communicate, manufacture, discover new medicines and defend our country, and Utah has the people and infrastructure to help lead that transformation.

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Aug 7, 2026

This settlement is an encouraging step for Utah families and businesses.

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Aug 6, 2026

I’d love to see them out here protesting the burning of these forests, because that’s exactly what happens when you do it the wrong way.

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Aug 6, 2026

We need our federal friends to step up. FEMA was more designed for hurricanes. It really hasn’t been designed for these types of disasters. We’re working on changing that.

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Aug 6, 2026

FEMA was more designed for hurricanes. It really hasn’t been designed for these types of disasters.

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Aug 6, 2026

We have to demand it. We have to talk to our members of Congress about it, let them know that we don’t want the feds playing such a major role.

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Aug 6, 2026

As if the fire was not enough, Mother Nature got another blow to this area.

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Aug 3, 2026

the best way we can support them is by preventing new fires. Please avoid anything that could create a spark, follow all fire restrictions, and stay alert.

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Jul 28, 2026

Being named the No. 1 state is an honor, but what matters most is what that ranking represents: hardworking people, strong families, and neighbors who look out for one another.

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Jul 28, 2026

The geology, the arid climate, existing infrastructure, distance from major population centers, and some of the very best people on planet Earth, make it one of the most practical locations for this kind of work.

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