Dems Criticize Equality Utah, Sweetgreen Alts, September Deals
Equality Utah, an LGBTQ advocacy organization, is getting heat for their 2026 candidate endorsements. Host Ali Vallarta, newsletter editor Terina Ria, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Molly Miloscia break down why some people are outraged. Plus, local alternatives to chain restaurants and picks of the week.
Resources and references:
- Equality Utah’s endorsement of Republican candidates draws pushback from Democratic officials [ABC 4]
- Where to see red kokanee salmon in Utah this fall [Utah Division of Wildlife Resources]
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