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Originally Published 4 months ago — by Politico
Utah Governor Spencer Cox has become a national figure in mourning and promoting civility after the killing of Charlie Kirk, emphasizing faith-driven peacemaking and dialogue to heal America's divisions amid ongoing political and social crises.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
President Joe Biden and Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, from opposing parties, emphasized the need for less bitterness and more bipartisanship in politics during a White House dinner honoring the nation's governors. Cox leads an initiative called "Disagree Better" to reduce divisiveness, and both leaders stressed the importance of working together across party lines. Biden reminisced about a time when lawmakers would argue by day and break bread together at night, while Cox expressed his family's nightly prayers for the president's success. The event aimed to promote unity and collaboration among political leaders.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
Utah's governor, Spencer Cox, signed a bill into law prohibiting diversity training, hiring, and inclusion programs at universities and in state government, marking the state as the latest to do so. The law also requires people to use bathrooms and locker rooms in public schools and government-owned buildings that match the sex they were assigned at birth. This move aligns with a trend seen in at least 17 states where Republican lawmakers have proposed bills to restrict or require public disclosure of DEI initiatives, while Democrats in nine states have filed bills to require or promote DEI initiatives.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Utah's governor, Spencer Cox, signed a bill into law prohibiting diversity training, hiring, and inclusion programs at universities and in state government, with the measure also requiring people to use bathrooms and locker rooms in public schools and government-owned buildings that match the sex they were assigned at birth. The law will bar universities and government from having offices dedicated to promoting diversity and will not require employees to submit statements of commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This move reflects a broader trend, with Republican lawmakers in multiple states proposing bills to restrict or require public disclosure of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, while Democrats in other states are filing bills to require or promote such initiatives.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Deseret News
Utah Governor Spencer Cox expressed concern over the state of democracy in the United States, citing rising political violence and threats towards elected officials. He referenced research by Rachel Kleinfeld, highlighting the normalization of violence in American politics and the decline in trust in political institutions. Cox emphasized the need for Americans to come together and address the growing polarization and hatred, urging individuals to take responsibility for their actions and avoid attacking others. He called for a positive future vision and intense mobilization efforts to galvanize voters without exacerbating antidemocratic attitudes.