Restore trust in democracy, protect education funding.

The recent controversy surrounding Amendments A and D highlights significant issues with transparency and respecting the will of the people. The misleading ballot language used for Amendment D obfuscated its true intent of granting the legislature sweeping power to override citizen-initiated ballot measures. This undercuts a core principle of our democratic system - the ability of citizens to directly impact policy decisions. Furthermore, Amendment A's attempt to remove the constitutional earmark for education funding raises concerns about legislative priorities. Education is a vital investment in our future that should be safeguarded, not subjected to potential funding cuts driven by political expediency. Moving forward, it is imperative that the legislature operates with full transparency and upholds the integrity of the ballot initiative process. Voters must be able to make informed decisions without being misled. Additionally, education funding should remain constitutionally protected to ensure our children receive the resources they deserve. I urge you to learn from this experience and take concrete steps to restore public trust. Recommit to respecting the voice of the people and prioritizing policies that truly benefit all Utahns, not just narrow special interests. Our democratic system depends on it.