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Momentum Building for a Western Presidential Primary
by Jennifer Robinson, MPA
Historically, the western states have had the least impact on presidential elections, but that might be changing. Governors from the intermountain west are pushing the idea of a western presidential primary to ensure that voters in the West have a say in who will be the presidential candidates in 2008.
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The Initiatives and Referendum Process in Utah
by W. David Patton, PhD
The trend for the use of initiatives and referendums in states that allow their use is generally increasing. States like California and Oregon have gone through major upheavals as a result of citizen-passed initiatives and more initiatives are expected. In this article, we explore the history, pros, cons and look at Utah's experience, process and future in regards to initiatives and referendums.
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Latino Participation
by Mark Alvarez, Administrator of Minority Affairs, Salt Lake City
“We don’t need perfect political systems; we need perfect participation,” Cesar Chavez once exhorted Latinos to civic action. Latino leaders and others continue the work of civic engagement through citizenship drives, voter registration, community education and advocacy.
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About Policy Perspectives...
Policy Perspectives is an electronic newsletter that presents different perspectives on current policy issues. The articles are submitted by both CPPA staff and experts in the field and do not necessarily represent CPPA policy opinion. The purpose of the newsletter is to inform readers and generate policy related discussion so each article has an option for readers to post a response letter. We encourage you to take part in the discussion.
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Rudeness Reveals Character
by Ken Embley, CPPA
I have a difficult time dealing with rude people. Moreover, when I find myself being rude, usually in the form of a sarcastic remark, I eventually retreat; feel guilty as heck and resolute to correct that flaw in my character—you got it, this article is my penance.
In the April 14 USA Today Business Section, the cover story line was CEOs vouch for Waiter Rule: Watch how people treat staff, and subtitle—Rudeness to service workers reveals a lot about character. The point of the article—watch out for people who have a situational value system, who can turn the charm on and off depending on the status of the person they are interacting with. Be especially wary of those who are rude to people perceived to be in subordinate roles.
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