Campaign Finance

KUER News Pod: Thursday November 1, 2012

Brian Grimmett — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 18:09:03 +0000

Redistricting adds to the intrigue of Utah’s 68th district race, Lieutenant Governor candidates debate about the economy and education, and the 4th Congressional race breaks a Utah record.

Independent Candidates Fight to be Heard in Utah

Andrea Smardon — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 05:18:51 +0000

Utah has three independent candidates running for Congress this election. But most voters haven’t seen a single ad or billboard about their campaigns. For a candidate with no funds or party support, it’s an uphill battle to get a message out. This story looks at what it means to be an independent candidate in Utah.

Scott Howell Says Orrin Hatch’s Campaign Money is a Problem for Utah

Andrea Smardon — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 21:55:31 +0000

Senator Orrin Hatch won the Utah Republican primary, and spent 10 million dollars in the process. Now, Democratic challenger Scott Howell aims to turn that money against the incumbent Senator. Howell says Hatch’s significant campaign war chest is not a problem for him. It’s a problem for the people of Utah.