(SALT LAKE CITY, UT) - As Utah's supermajority convenes a Special Session tomorrow to push through changes to the citizen-led initiative process, Rep. Brian King, candidate for Governor of Utah, strongly condemns the move as an undemocratic power grab that undermines the will of the people:
“Tomorrow the legislature will convene under the guise of an 'emergency'—a convenient excuse to override the will of the people. This is a fear-based power grab by a supermajority. It’s ironic that while we’re told to “disagree better,” the supermajority, with the support of Governor Cox, is changing the rules to avoid genuine debate and dissent. Instead of accepting the Supreme Court’s decision, they’re rewriting the rules of the game. When politicians fear the people, they should be voted out, not rewarded with re-election. This proposed state constitutional amendment is a blatant abuse of authority, and we must stand firm in opposition to it. I will fight to protect the rights of Utahns and uphold freedom and liberty.”
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Brian King represents District 23 in the Utah State House of Representatives. Elected in 2008, he also served as the House Minority Leader from 2015 to 2023. In addition to his role in public service, Brian is a practicing attorney and business owner. He lives in Salt Lake City with his wife, Ann, accompanied by the delightful presence of their dog, Cora. Brian has four daughters, three stepchildren, and three grandchildren. Watch the campaign’s most recent ads: “A Place for Pioneers” and “Disagree for the Better”. To learn more about Brian’s campaign for governor, visit kingforutah.com.
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