You might be coming here for the first time to weigh your options. Maybe you haven’t voted for the big, blue “D” in a while. Maybe not ever. If that’s the case, can I say that I don’t think we’re as different as social media and cable news would have us believe. The way I see it, if you’re normally an “R” or even an “I”, you’re probably getting 90% of what you want from Republican leaders. But, in the current political climate, the bad 10% that you’re forced to tolerate includes authoritarianism, divisiveness, and the politics of stirring up the people to anger. See the leader of the Republican party here or the Utah legislature’s recent attempt to overturn your right to vote on constitutional amendments. I think I can give you 85% of what you want and you won’t have to accept that garbage anymore. We share the values of family, community, and compromise. I believe capitalism is the vital engine of our economic car, while sensible doses of regulation are the seat belts and brakes that keep us safe. I believe we need to protect the middle class and care for the poor. I believe in our unalienable rights. True, I’m not going to vote for red meat Republican bills, especially if they harm minorities or disenfranchised members of our community. I’m going to work to improve and protect our environment. But I’ll always come back to you to explain why I did something or voted in a certain way. If you ever need to reach me my email is frost4utah@gmail.com or you call or text me personally at 8 0 1 – 6 2 8 – 7 0 0 1. I hope this finds you well!