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August 21st, 2024
Utah House Democratic Leader on the 2024 4th Special Session
SALT LAKE CITY—Utah House Democratic Leader Angela Romero released the following statement in response to the 2024 4th Special Session:
“As a delegate at the Democratic National Convention, I am fully engaged in the democratic process, representing Utah on the national stage. However, I am deeply frustrated that I can’t be in Utah for this unnecessary special session. This session is not an emergency; it’s a blatant overreach by the Republican supermajority.
The Utah Supreme Court recently reaffirmed that the power to reform our government belongs to the people, and it’s crucial that we protect this right. Although the Republican supermajority claims they’re “letting the people decide,” Utahns have consistently shown they value the ability to shape the laws that govern them. The Legislature should respect that right, not try to override it. If voters reject this amendment in November, I sincerely hope the Republican supermajority will respect that decision, though their track record suggests otherwise.”
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