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The UtahPolicy.com daily newsletter gets you up to speed on the top local and national news about politics and public policy. Send news tips or feedback to lwebb@utahpolicy.com,. Situational Analysis - November 3, 2020Election day! It really did finally arrive. Are you ready for a long night? Break out the Diet Dr Pepper and guacamole. No, you don't mix them together TICK TOCKToday is the 2020 general election (11/3/2020) Today At Utah PolicyAnalysis: Most Utahns downplay divine involvement in electionsBy Staff Five percent of "likely" Utah voters believe God wants Donald Trump to be president. Not exactly a ringing endorsement.However, the same new Y2 Analytics polling survey also finds that 28 percent of Utah voters believe that Trump's election in 2016, and his governance since, must be part of God's overall plan, but that doesn't mean necessarily that God approves of Trump's policies.Half of all Utah voters say God does not get involved in U.S. presidential elections.While 13 percent said they don't believe in God at all. And 3 percent declined to give an answer or said they don't know.Webb Wrap: It's election day -- go play some golf By LaVarr Webb Election day can be a weird day, somewhat anti-climactic for candidates who have been running at a frenetic pace. Candidates can campaign or do honk-and-waves, of course, right up until the bitter end at 8 p.m. But it's mostly a waste of time unless the winning margin is expected to be razor-thin. That might be the case in the 4th District. For candidates feeling comfortable, election day is a great time to go golfing. Recharge. Get some fresh air and exercise. Come back down to earth after months of intense campaigning. While away some hours with family or friends, awaiting vote counting to begin in the evening.Policymaker Profile: Getting to know Phil Lyman By Staff Utah Policy regularly profiles policymakers from across the state. In this edition we profile Rep. Phil Lyman, Republican, District 73. What is your occupation? CPA/Business development. What is your educational background? Accounting - BYU; Masters in Taxation - U of U. Where did you grow up? Blanding. Can you describe a fond memory? Being on stage with President Trump when he reversed the ridiculous Bears Ears Monument Executive Order. And that time Mike Noel used the term "rock lickers." Utah HeadlinesDeseret News Rick B. Larsen: The quality of our future depends upon understanding our past U.S. Secretary of VA: What I learned about Utah's COVID-19 response during my visit Editorial: America will survive Election Day What are public universities doing to expand mental health care access in Utah? Activists decry lower compensation rate for rooftop solar in Utah Cool weather could make Utah even hotter COVID-19 hot spot New projects promote alternative fuels, reduced pollution More than 1 million Utahns have already voted in record turnout The fight for 'politically homeless' Latter-day Saints continues as election day nearsSalt Lake Tribune Utah hospitals are juggling as admissions hit another daily record from COVID-19 2020 has another surprise in store for some Utahns: A tax hike Monday is the deadline for by-mail ballots to be postmarked, but officials urge using a drop box instead Residents oppose expansion of an oil storage business in their Provo neighborhood Coronavirus exposure will slow vote counting in Summit CountyOther Utah County election staffers amped up for grueling election day marathon (Daily Herald) 'Trump trains' roll through Utah leading up to election (Daily Herald) Can Trump rally from the polls? USU students organize parade in support before Election Day (Logan Herald Journal) 'We want answers': Protesters gather at local health department, question officials (St. George News)National HeadlinesThis Place Has Picked Every President Since 1952. Is Its Streak About to End? (POLITICO) Under Trump, Americans Have Seen Their Best Wage Growth In 40 Years (Federalist) For Democrats, Winning Won't Be Enough (Slate) Donald Trump, Counterrevolutionary (American Greatness) It's 2020, Folks! Why Not a Tie Vote in Electoral College? (RealClearPolitics) Yes, there is a hidden Trump vote (Washington Examiner) Will Poll-Shy Cops Put Trump Over the Top? (RealClearPolicy) The Racial-Justice War On Merit-Based Schools (RealClearInvestigations) Donald Trump wins on the economy (The Hill) Yet Another Health Care Election (American Prospect) Drilling and Fracking Equal Jobs. Does Biden Understand That? (RealClearPolitics) 10 Pennsylvania counties to watch closely as election results come in (Philadelphia Inquirer) Kamala Harris vs James Madison (Spectator) Five Indicators of the Trump-Biden Outcome (RealClearPolitics) Democrats are masking Biden's frailty (New York Post) Trump's Risky Bet on Rural America (Atlantic) Stocks zoom higher as Wall Street predicts Joe Biden will win (CNN) A succession crisis or a 'blue wave?' Wall Street faces the unknown (NBC News)Policy NewsAnalyzing the impact of the U.S. elections on healthcareElection Day is here, and the next installment of the Fast Break free webinar series, sponsored by the David Eccles School of business, University of Utah, will focus on "Analyzing the Impact of U.S. Elections on Healthcare" with two incredible experts. The free session is on Thursday, Nov. 12 at noon. Join Sara Singleton, D.C.-based Principal at Leavitt Partners, and Vince Ventimiglia, President of Leavitt Partners Collaborative Advocates, will discuss how the election may impact healthcare moving forward. BUSINESS HEADLINESPark City poised to distribute $2.2 million in coronavirus relief to small businesses, not-for-profits (Park Record) Derek Miller: Regardless of who wins the election, economic recovery must continue (Deseret News) Utah brewers are feeling the effects of stronger beer in grocery stores (Salt Lake Tribune)On This Day In History(From History.com) 1883 - California bandit Black Bart makes his last stagecoach robbery. He makes a quick getaway, but drops an incriminating clue that eventually sends him to prison. Wise WordsSmile: "Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened." Dr. Seuss Lighter SideYou Owe Me MoneyA thief stuck a pistol in a man's ribs and said, "Give me your money." The gentleman, shocked by the sudden attack, said: "You cannot do this, I'm a United States congressman!" The thief said, "In that case, give me my money!" Reader's Digest Subscribers may receive special messages with information about new features, special offers, or public policy messages from clients and advertisers. |
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