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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 6, 2020Welcome to Friday. Wow. What a week it has been. And now we have to worry about this: A 'God of Chaos' Asteroid Could Hit Earth in 2068 (Popular Mechanics). Well, at least I won't be around. TICK TOCK11 days to the Board of Canvassers meeting (11/17/2020 Today At Utah PolicyState government is a model of stability compared to the fedsBy LaVarr Webb Politics at the national level is messy, chaotic and uncertain. But in Utah, there could hardly be more stability, continuity and tranquility. Utah has a new governor, but he's very familiar because he's currently the lieutenant governor. And in demeanor and approach, he's much like the current governor. Meanwhile, Utah has new legislative leaders, but they are also very familiar because they're also the old legislative leaders.Webb Wrap: What happens with the Trump base? . . . Love affair between Trump & Fox News is over By LaVarr Webb I always say a vote of 50% plus 1 equals political success. You don't need more than that. I like politicians who are willing to use up their political capital to do hard, but needed, things, even if it means they don't enjoy 80% approval ratings. All they need is 50% plus 1 for political success. Still, when an election winner barely squeaks by with just over half the vote, it's worth considering why the other nearly half of voters didn't vote for you. I hope Joe Biden, if he wins the presidency, takes that into account. He needs to understand why all those working-class, middle-America voters supported Pres. Trump. It's quite remarkable that nearly half of America wanted Trump, despite his flaws, quirks, a raging pandemic and a collapsed economy.Friday change of pace: The joy of walking By LaVarr Webb When people tell me to "Go take a hike" (it does happen frequently), I assume they're looking out for my health, rather than insulting me. When I was young, I did a lot of walking, but it seemed it was always to get somewhere. My parents had 10 kids and for many years just one car which was in high demand. So I didn't have a lot of motorized transportation to get where I wanted to go. So I walked a lot. To visit my friends, go to a store, get to the best fishing hole or to scare up a pheasant. Walking itself wasn't the point. Walking was a means to an end. I loved to hike in the mountains, but even hiking was generally done with a destination or goal in mind-a fishing lake or mountain pass, a spectacular view, or to rack up high miles to brag about. Utah HeadlinesDeseret News The latest: President Trump makes claims of corruption, promises litigation As Trump makes claims of 'illegal votes,' Utahns in Congress voice support for election system How recounts and court cases factor into the election Owens now leads McAdams in Utah's 4th Congressional District 'Grim news': Utah smashes daily COVID-19 record by more than 500 cases Pandemic war is being lost inside Utah homes, newly elected governor says How we heal after a contentious election Democrats projected to keep House, but at a lossSalt Lake Tribune Rep. Chris Stewart says media pushed flawed polls to manipulate public opinion Utah politicians call for every ballot to be counted Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson wins first election to the post as challenger concedes 'Utah Politics' podcast: A postmortem on election 2020Other As Trump makes claims of 'illegal votes,' Utahns in Congress voice support for election systemNational HeadlinesTrump should have lost in a landslide. The fact that he didn't speaks volumes (The Guardian) Joe Biden Increased Share of Michigan Union Vote, Beat Trump By 15 Points: Exit Poll (Newsweek) Centrist House Democrats lash out at liberal colleagues, blame far-left views for costing the party seats (Washington Post) Senate boost for Democrats as two Georgia races look set for runoffs (The Guardian) USPS processed 150,000 ballots after Election Day, jeopardizing thousands of votes (Washington Post) Vladimir Putin plans to step down next year amid health concerns, report claims (New York Post) Democrats' post-election 'family meeting' descends into chaos (The Hill) How to Cope With Election Agony (The Atlantic) Trump Moves Into the Burn-It-Down Phase (The Atlantic) Populism Is Undefeated (The Atlantic)Policy NewsCasual Friday: Weekend Events & Outdoors ReportOutdoors Report -- KSL.com: Utah wildlife officials consider removing cap on bull elk hunting permits, other hunting adjustments -- KSL.com: Utah DWR closes area near Santaquin to target shooting after bullets strike new homes -- KSL.com: 2020 got you stressed? Take a heavy dose of nature -- KSL.com: The exploration of Main Drain: Utah's deepest caveGov. Herbert statement on rising COVID-19 cases in Utah Thursday the Utah Department of Health reported 2,807 cases of COVID-19, 19 new ICU admissions, and seven new deaths. Gov. Gary R. Herbert released the following statement: "Unfortunately, today's record high case numbers are not surprising, and if projections out of the Utah Department of Health are correct, we will see much higher numbers in the coming weeks. We will continue to see dramatic increases until we choose to act differently. Medical professionals have warned us again and again. We must change our behavior, if we are to expect a different outcome. To that end, I have held emergency meetings with legislative leadership this week. We anticipate sharing more early next week about the additional steps we will take to end the surge in infections."Gov. Herbert, Gov.-Elect Cox and Lt. Gov.-Elect Henderson outline transition plans Two days after Utah voters selected Spencer Cox as their next governor, he and his running mate Deidre Henderson announced their transition team, key staff appointments and processes for upcoming state government reviews. Standing with Gov. Gary Herbert and Lt. Gov.-elect Henderson at the Utah State Capitol on Thursday, Cox thanked Herbert for the opportunity to serve as his lieutenant governor and for the support of his successful candidacy.Leaders re-elected for Utah Senate's majority leadership team The Utah Senate Majority Caucus elected their leadership team for the 64th Legislature (2021/22) on Thursday. They are as follows: Majority Leadership Team * Sen. J. Stuart Adams, R - District 22, was elected to serve as Senate President * Sen. Evan Vickers, R - District 28, was elected to serve as Majority Leader * Sen. Daniel Hemmert, R - District 14, was elected to serve as Majority Whip * Sen. Ann Millner, R - District 18, was elected to serve as Majority Assistant WhipHomeless Service Providers Embracing Innovation in Face of Pandemic Utah Foundation has released the next installment in its Homelessness Series. Widening the Doors of Hope: Addressing Coronavirus-Related Challenges Among Homeless Service Providers explores the coping strategies and innovations that providers are adopting to withstand the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. BUSINESS HEADLINESU.S. Stock Index Futures Decline as Vote Count Remains Tight (Bloomberg) Yuan Is Halfway Through Erasing Losses Since Trade War Began (Bloomberg) Peloton says recent spike in Covid-19 cases, lockdowns are boosting sales (CNBC) General Motors shares gain after truck sales deliver big earnings beat in third quarter (CNBC) 3 veteran investors share where to invest now to build resilient long-term portfolios that can win even if the elections produce a gridlocked government (Business Insider)On This Day In History(From History.com) 1860 - Abraham Lincoln is elected president, becoming the first Republican to win the presidency. He received only 40% of the popular vote, but defeated three other candidates. Wise WordsPromises to Keep: "The woods are lovely, dark and deep. But I have promises to keep, and miles to go before I sleep." Robert Frost Lighter SideSafehouseWorking on Capitol Hill, my husband was under constant pressure. After one late-night session, he came home exhausted and went straight to bed. When I turned out the light, he sat up in a panic. "Is everything OK in the house?" he asked. "Yes, honey," I answered. "I locked the doors and turned down the heat." "That's good," he said, lying back down, his eyelids heavy. "What about the Senate?" 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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