Can Independents Win? U of U Crime Stats, Apprenticeships for Women
Fed up with Democrats and Republicans, 13 Independent candidates are running for office in Utah this year. Could they unseat veteran legislators? Former Salt Lake County Councilmember Shireen Ghorbani joins host Ali Vallarta to break down the odds. Plus, the University of Utah released its 2023 on-campus crime data, a career-change opportunity for women, and pre-Election Day must do’s.
Resources and references:
- Fed up with GOP and Dems, more independents are running in Utah, and they now see a path to victory [Salt Lake Tribune]
- University of Utah points to ‘complexity of unhealthy relationships’ in explaining campus crime increases [Salt Lake Tribune]
- Utah Women in Trades pre-apprenticeship program
- Check your voter registration
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