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Show Times Newspaper Thursday, May 6, 2004 Page All REP UBLIC AN CANfif D ATF S Continued from front page responsibilities as facilitating facilitat-ing job growth in the state. "I have shown I can bring people together... I believe I'm the candidate who can beat Scott Matheson in November" she declared. Marty Stephens said he believes the governor's race is one that has a significant impact on citizens' day-today lives. Five issues of focus he mentioned include public education with its "significant problems which can be overcome"; economic development; more efficient government; protection of rights and freedoms; and "securing the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity." Lou Ann Christensen introduced Lampropoulos' wife, Michelle, who urged support for her husband because of his strong stand on economic development; his experience in job creation cre-ation as head of Merit Medical Systems, Inc.; his emphasis on local control in government; and because of "who he is" a person of "high moral values and principles." prin-ciples." Nolan Karras said it has been "a remarkable experience experi-ence to go across the state" campaigning and finding common values with others. He defended President George W. Bush, who has been mocked and criticized in some circles for his openness open-ness about his belief in God and his willingness to pray for divine guidance in his position. Marriage and family fami-ly are pillars that bind the community together, Karras stressed. The candidate said that he and his competitors hold similar views on education educa-tion and job growth issues, but he sees the governorship as revolving around management, man-agement, and believes his resume contains the "depth and breadth of experience" required, although he will support whoever emerges as the party's candidate. "We need to convince Utahns to vote Republican because of the values we care about Karras said. Mary Kay Huntsman was joined by Jeanette Herbert, wife of lieutenant governor candidate Gary Herbert of Orem. Mrs. Huntsman said her husband is a "man of integrity and honor," and related an incident that occurred during one convention conven-tion when he was confronted by protestors objecting to him personally. She said Huntsman walked up to the protestors, shook their hands, and said he respected the freedom they have to say and do what they want to say and do. Later, a Vietnam veteran at the convention, who had observed the exchange, spoke to the Huntsmans, expressing his admiration and saying that he had never seen a candidate candi-date react in that way before. Parley Hellewell, of Orem, said he wants to live up to the principles in the Republican Party platform lower taxes, smaller government, gov-ernment, school choice, and property rights. Much of that platform has not been obtainable in the state, even under the past Republican administration, he said. Utah is the seventh highest taxed state in the nation, which hurts the economy and hurts the family. Taxes must be cut "considerably", and government regulations reduced. Quoting a recent editorial in the Utah press, which said it is "spooky" to talk about God and politics together, Hellewell said that to him, it is spooky not to talk about God and politics. Liberals and the press, he said, have educated the public pub-lic to believe that if a candidate candi-date speaks about God and the Constitution, he or she is a radical, right-wing extremist. He said he is grateful that the president talks about prayer. Hellewell said he believes the nation is embroiled in a cultural war right versus wrong, morality versus immorality, good versus evil. "Right now, we are losing that war. I'm committed to winning it. If Utahns are not willing to fight, who will be? I believe the state is depending depend-ing on us to fight that battle." bat-tle." Dr. Gary Benson said he entered the governor's race because he felt there were a number of issues not being discussed. He described himself as "a political unknown", and an "invisible candidate." One newspaper gave him less than a one in one thousand chance of winning win-ning the election. He called the paper and said they needed a new statistician that his real chance is closer to one in a million. Benson said he would seek the passage pas-sage of a whistle-blower statute in the state, "with teeth," and would institute a hiring freeze on state employees until there is a 20 reduction in budget and staffing. He said he is the only candidate with high-level high-level executive experience in the four areas of business, government, education, and the military. "I believe I can beat Scott Matheson," Benson said, noting, with laughter from the audience, that he and Matheson are cousins and "when I was younger I beat him up all the time." Amy Hansen said she is often asked if she would support Jim Hansen if they were not related. "Absolutely," was her response. "I think he is the most qualified." She cited his federal government experience and its importance impor-tance in the "crucial" matter of keeping Hill Air Force Base and its 23,000 jobs safe from "one more round of base closures." CELEBRATE ARBOR DAY Continued from front page the credit union at the Arbor Day gathering. Mayor Washburn said he hopes that Jorgen Nielsen, founder of the original Nielsen's Grove pioneer park and recreation recre-ation area that was once located on the current park site, has been able to have "kind of a glimpse" at what has taken place in the development of the new 21-acre park, since Nielsen's long-ago efforts have been the inspiration for the project. Washburn observed that Nielsen's Grove is just beginning as a park, and will change over the years. He asked the audience to imagine what the historic park will look like in five, then in ten years, as the landscaping matures. The mayor said Nielsen's Grove will be "a jewel of the community." com-munity." Orem is not a "natural habitat for trees without our loving care", Washburn said. Sheide confirmed that the only areas in Orem where trees would grow naturally would be along creek beds. The mayor also recognized recog-nized each person attending attend-ing the ceremonies, and thanked the sponsors for their contributions. After the speeches, city staff members, officials, and volunteers joined forces to plant the dozen trees. Para Lee, vice-chair of the Orem Beautification Commission, said of the almost-completed Nielsen's grove, "We're thrilled to have such a beautiful addition to the city. This brings the past forward, and is unique for Orem, where so much is new. It will be a lovely place to come." Stacey Davis, who has been a member of the Beautification Commission for about a year, said, "I am so happy about it Nielsen's Grove. I didn't realize the scope of the project. This is a wonderful setting for the people in this area." Chauntenette Ladies Chorus The Chauntenette Ladies' Chorus presents Broadway Favorites for their annual . Spring Concert. Families are welcome and admission is free. 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