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From a verified voter in Salt Lake City, UTProtect democratic integrity from billionaires' undue influence
The recent events surrounding the government funding bill negotiations have raised significant concerns about undue influence from unelected individuals on the legislative process. Elon Musk, a billionaire without any official government role, appears to have exerted unwarranted sway over congressio
From a constituent in Orem, UTCongress must act on behalf of the people, not Oligarchs!
Members of Congress have a responsibility to serve the interests of their constituents, not the whims of billionaires like Elon Musk. His social media attacks on the bipartisan funding bill were driven by self-interest, not concern for everyday Americans. The legislation included vital disaster reli
From a constituent in Bountiful, UTSenator Lee and representative Maloy. You are truly an embarrassment to the great state of Utah. I know you love the taste of 45’s boots, but you really must love the taste of Leon Muskrats as well. What a shame to see you genuflecting to the supreme traitor. I’d like to know why your taking advice
From a verified voter in South Salt Lake, UTDo not hurt federal employees at Christmas time just to support a billionaire who is not an elected official. Do better - cruelty is not an American value.
From a verified voter in South Salt Lake, UTGovernment Shut Down
Elon Musk is not an elected official. Please do not cave into his underhanded demands that the government spending bill not be passed. This is a horrible time of year to have federal employees risk going without paychecks, so to kneel to Musk’s (who is neither a politician nor an American citizen) b
From a verified voter in Salt Lake City, UTLiz Cheney didn’t break the law
The recommendation to investigate and potentially prosecute Liz Cheney for her work on the January 6th committee is an alarming escalation of political retribution that threatens democratic norms and the rule of law. Cheney's role in investigating the attack on the Capitol was a legitimate exercise
From a verified voter in Salt Lake City, UTPrioritize democratic governance and public interest over private influence
The involvement of private individuals and corporations in the legislative process raises valid concerns about undue influence and potential conflicts of interest. While public input is valuable, key decisions impacting the nation should be driven by elected representatives accountable to the people
From a verified voter in Salt Lake City, UTScrutinize Gabbard's questionable qualifications for Director of National Intelligence
Gabbard's 2017 visit to Syria to meet Bashar al-Assad and her lack of significant intelligence experience raise serious concerns about her qualifications to serve as Director of National Intelligence. Al-Assad's regime has been accused of heinous human rights abuses and war crimes against civilians.
From a constituent in Salt Lake City, UTPlease vote for extend the ACA Premium Tax Credits.
As your constituent, I am urging you to vote to extend the current expanded levels of the Affordable Care Act Advance Premium Tax Credits and make health care affordable for millions of Americans. The Congressional Budget Office released a report stating that if current levels of the premium tax cr
From a verified voter in Salt Lake City, UTOppose politicized intelligence appointments; safeguard national security integrity
Donald Trump's proposed appointments of Devin Nunes, Richard Grenell, and Kash Patel to his presidential intelligence advisory board raise concerns about politicizing intelligence. These individuals were involved in efforts to undermine the Russia investigation and spread disinformation favoring Tru
From a verified voter in Salt Lake City, UTUnelected Musk and Ramaswamy shouldn't work on the budget
The proposed $2 trillion in budget cuts by the new Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy would have severe consequences. Much of the federal budget is off-limits to cuts, including Social Security, Medicare, defense, and interest payments on debt. This leave
From a verified voter in Riverton, UTmarket for countries like Russia and North Korea. Tell Don the con "NO!" No Bitcoin scams and no national cryptocurrency reserves. You will devalue the dollar by substituting another currency that is the backbone of the black
From a verified voter in Salt Lake City, UTSupport Free Speech Protection Act to Safeguard First Amendment
The introduction of the bipartisan Free Speech Protection Act (FSPA) is a commendable step towards safeguarding the constitutional rights of free speech and petition for redress. SLAPPs (Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation) have been used by the wealthy and powerful to silence critics, r
From a verified voter in Salt Lake City, UTReject partisan DOJ nominee, uphold rule of law
The independence and impartiality of the Department of Justice must be sacrosanct. Recent revelations about the previous administration's weaponization of the DOJ to monitor Congressional staff and members of the press are deeply concerning. This erosion of democratic norms and violations of policie
From a verified voter in Salt Lake City, UTDefending equality, dignity for all who serve in military
Military service is a duty, honor, and choice for all qualified Americans regardless of gender or sexual orientation. Prioritizing diverse representation strengthens our national security by leveraging talents from every community. Dismissing service members based on discrimination undermines unit c
From a constituent in Clearfield, UTProperty Occupants should be notified of code violations too
I am a voter and resident in Clearfield. This past week, I learned from my landlord that the city code enforcement had sent a Notice of Violation to the landlord back in July for a couple of minor issues. The landlord did not receive the notice, and was unaware of the violation. In November, the cit
From a verified voter in Salt Lake City, UTReject partisan loyalist Kash Patel for FBI leadership
The prospect of Kash Patel being nominated to lead the FBI is alarming. Patel, a former aide to Representative Devin Nunes and an ally of former President Trump, was involved in efforts to discredit the Russia investigation and undermine U.S. intelligence agencies. His potential appointment would be
From a verified voter in Cedar City, UTSave Telehealth
Telehealth is a vital service for so many Americans. Please pass the 4 Telehealth Bills. And while you’re at it, we want free healthcare.
From a verified voter in Salt Lake City, UTReject HR 9495's threat to free speech, civil liberties
The recently proposed HR 9495, titled the "Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act," contains concerning provisions that could enable the targeting of civil society organizations, including houses of worship, through an opaque and unilateral process. While its stated aim of
From a constituent in West Valley City, UTKash Patel's Troubling Record Warrants Reconsidering FBI Nomination
As the context states, Kash Patel has a history of engaging in blatant money-making schemes and spreading misinformation, which raises serious concerns about his suitability to lead the FBI. His endorsement of unproven "vaccine reversal" pills and baseless conspiracy theories about the 2020 election
From a verified voter in Salt Lake City, UTReconsider nominee for HHS leadership role due to concerning views
The nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services raises significant concerns due to his lack of relevant expertise and controversial positions on public health issues. As Nobel laureates have emphasized, placing someone with no formal scientific or administ
From a constituent in Salt Lake City, UTThe Citizens United Supreme Court ruling in 2010 has had a corrosive effect on American democracy by allowing unlimited corporate spending in elections. This decision equated money with free speech, granting corporations and wealthy donors disproportionate influence over the political process. As a
From a verified voter in Salt Lake City, UTpositions
I urge you to reject Kash Patel's nomination to lead the FBI based on his questionable business ventures promoting conspiracy theories and disinformation. As detailed in reports, Patel has profited from peddling products like supplements falsely claiming to "reverse" COVID-19 vaccines and children's
From a verified voter in Salt Lake City, UTNo cuts to Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid!
The Republican plans to slash funding for Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid are deeply concerning and would inflict immense harm on millions of Americans. These vital programs provide a lifeline for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and low-income families, ensuring access to essential h
From a verified voter in Salt Lake City, UTInvestigate Musk's targeting of government climate workers
Elon Musk's actions of publicly sharing the names and positions of government employees working on climate-related issues raise serious concerns about potential harassment, intimidation, and threats to their personal safety. His reposting of this information, which has garnered tens of millions of v
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