(SALT LAKE CITY, UT) - Today, Brian King’s campaign for Utah Governor announced that he has been endorsed by the Utah Education Association PAC (UEA-PAC), the largest organization of education professionals in the state. The UEA-PAC, which endorsed Spencer Cox in 2020, decided to endorse King this year because of his long record of supporting public education, especially as it has faced increasing attacks by the supermajority and the governor.
“Rep. Brian King has been a steadfast advocate for public education, standing up for both Utah students and public educators on critical issues. As governor, I am confident he will continue to champion the needs of public schools and collaborate with the UEA to create an environment where every student and educator can thrive,” said UEA President Renée Pinkney.
“I am honored to be endorsed by the Utah Education Association PAC. Investing in neighborhood public schools has been one of my top priorities in the House, and, as Governor, I will ensure that our kids’ public education is fully funded, that our educators are paid what they’re worth, and that culture war politics stays out of the classroom,” said Brian King.
In endorsing King, the UEA-PAC specifically highlighted Cox’s support of a controversial voucher bill that has already siphoned $82 million of taxpayer money out of public schools, as well as his support for divisive, unnecessary bills demonizing, diversity, equity, and inclusion, banning books, and targeting LGBTQ+ kids.
Especially with Amendment A, the legislature and governor’s anti-education proposal, on the ballot this year, protecting our neighborhood public schools is an important issue for Utahns. This endorsement is further proof that Brian King is the common sense choice for Governor in November.
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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 ad: “A Place for Pioneers”. To learn more about Brian’s campaign for governor, visit kingforutah.com.
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