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Erasing history misses its lessons; studying it avoids repetition

Published On 9/6/2026

A reflection on a trip to Germany and the lessons of Berlin, Dresden, and Dachau, connecting the history of the Berlin Wall, World War II, Nazi Germany, war and rebuilding, political repression, immigration policy, and democratic institutions to current debates in the United States. The essay explores how historical divisions, authoritarianism, human rights, political resistance, and the preservation of democracy remain relevant today, and concludes with a call for civic engagement and voting.

Published On 8/6/2026

Ellen Brady's Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune addresses the debates over the role of government and capitalism vs socialism/etc, arguing that the underlying goal is that of advancing "a more perfect union" and the wellbeing of its citizens.

Published On 7/20/2026

County Council Member Suzanne Harrison talks about a new update to a rule aimed at holding extraction companies responsible for costs related to closing dead drilling sites.

Published On 7/13/2026

Elaine's Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune argues that dissent is as valid a form of patriotism as blind loyalty and flag waving.

Published On 7/6/2026

Charlotte's Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune calls out the discrimination against women inherent in Mike Lee's SAVE Act-a bill, if passed, requires "proof" of citizenship in order to vote. That requirement is problematic for women who have changed their names.

Published On 6/17/2026

his article argues that weakening checks and balances across all three branches of government, especially through partisan influence over the judiciary at both the national and state level, is undermining democratic accountability and highlights voting as the primary remaining tool for public response.

Published On 5/28/2026

This Salt Lake Tribune Letter to the Editor highlights the importance of recognizing the significant contributions of Utah women--many of whom were honored at the recent WDC Icons Celebration

Choose Wisely: Voting Advice

Published On 4/23/2026

As election season ramps up, voters are encouraged to look beyond popularity and treat candidate selection like a job interview, carefully evaluating qualifications, experience, values, and character. By researching candidates through multiple sources and engaging directly, voters can make informed choices that support effective leadership and meaningful progress.

Published On 4/20/2026

This piece argues that recent U.S. social media portrayals of military strikes as gamified entertainment reveal a troubling hypocrisy and dehumanization, where real war is turned into spectacle while its human consequences are erased.

Published On 3/29/2026

The Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune calls out serious issues related to Utah's rush toward nuclear power as a source of our energy.

Published On 3/27/2026

Sherri's Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune demonstrates the ability of one person to form a community of resistance to this administration in spite of significant personal challenges.

Ellen Brady: The Dog Has Been Wagged

Published On 3/13/2026

These Op Eds in the Ogden Standard Examiner and Provo Daily Herald look at the start of the US attacks on Iran through several different lenses, starting with the apparent attempt to divert attention from the Epstein scandals.

Published On 3/6/2026

This Guest Editorial in Utah Policy looks at the history of American Aggression as it relates to the war that the US has started against Iran.

Published On 2/22/2026

This Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune looks at HB331 in the light of First Amendment Rights to assemble, peacefully protest, and speak in dissent.

Published On 2/21/2026

Senator Nate Blouin and Muskan Walia argue in the Salt Lake Tribune's Voices that much more effort and money will be needed if we are to meet 2034 goals for the Great Salt Lake

Published On 2/19/2026

The Super Bowl stage belongs to spectacle — but this year, Bad Bunny turned it into a classroom, teaching lessons in culture, resilience, and the universal language of art.

Published On 2/17/2026

This Salt Lake Tribune Letter to the Editor calls out the racism of the president's recent posting of the "Lion King" video.

Published On 2/10/2026

Utah’s legislature is systematically undermining constitutional protections, from judicial independence and voting rights to First Amendment freedoms, and citizens must actively engage to push back against these attacks.

Published On 2/7/2026

A bill of concern that impacts health, safety and well-being of our extended community is SB 242. Please join us in opposing it.

Published On 2/6/2026

Representative Clancy deserves a Gold Star for his HB459. Give your representative a "thumbs up" for a vote in support. Briefly, this bill ensures autonomy for victims of sexual assault by ensuring access to appropriate health care while providing real, but flexible choices over how the assault is reported to and rape kits processed by law enforcement.

Published On 1/31/2026

Although nowhere NEAR comprehensive, here are a few that have earned a place on Dr. Brady's “Gold Stars” and “Rotten Apples” list. Utahs2026LegislativeSession

Published On 1/27/2026

This Op Ed in Utah Policy urges opposition to Representative Maloy's HB209 that would allow any poll worker to challenge the citizenship of persons presenting to vote. It also requires stringent documentation of citizenship to register in spite of the Lt Gov stating clearly that non-citizens have not voted.

Published On 1/9/2026

This Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune highlights the courage and success we achieve when we come together as a community to push back against harmful policies. The choices of Utahns of the Year highlight those efforts against unfair boundaries and the gutting of public employee unions.

Published On 10/25/2025

Charlotte's Letter to the Editor in the New York Times refocused the GOP framing of the No Kings events from "hate America rallies" to that of a fight to preserve our constitutional and democratically elected form of government.

Published On 10/6/2025

Patrick's Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune calls out Representative Moore for his support of the government shutdown and its impact on health care coverage for Utahns.

Published On 9/27/2025

Kevin Korous' OpEd in the D-News asks whether there is an optimal size for school districts and whether some of Utah's have become too large, reducing efficiency and effectiveness. Your thoughts?

Published On 9/25/2025

This Op Ed in Utah Policy explores and warns about the connections between the Kirk Memorial service, other current developments, the First Amendment, freedom of speech, and Christian Nationalism.

Published On 9/17/2025

Rebekah Cummings and her colleagues ask our Congressional Delegation an important question in this D News Opinion piece: "What do you stand for? Will you support anything President Trump does going forward, or do you have a principled limit as to how far you will let him go in disrespecting due process?"

Published On 8/28/2025

This opinion piece in Utah Policy commends Lt Gov Henderson and Judge Gibson for their courageous stands. Lt Gov Henderson refused to hand over sensitive data from our Voter Registration files to the Trump administration and Judge Gibson's ruling reinstated Prop 4 (Better Boundaries). We will have new Congressional Districts for the 2026 Midterms.

Ellen Brady: Women and children matter

Published On 7/29/2025

This piece in Utah Policy connects the dots between the US Constitution's failure to give women equal rights, overall patterns of misogyny in our current society, and the Epstein Affair.

Published On 7/29/2025

This Letter in the Salt Lake Tribune uses the example of Dr Moore to show the way in which our state and national governments are working together to systematically undermine public health.

Published On 6/30/2025

This Letter to the Editor in the Deseret News calls for humane and rational reform to immigration laws vs current practices that terrorize immigrant communities, restrict civil liberties, and violate the law/constitution.

Published On 5/21/2025

Christine's Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune suggests that alfalfa farms could be purchased to build WWII/GI style affordable housing units.

Published On 4/18/2025

Glenn's Salt Lake Tribune piece in Voices talks about the disrespect this administration is showing toward veterans and urges it and all of us to recognize and care for the true patriots

Ellen Brady: Killing us softly…

Published On 4/18/2025

Dr Brady's Op Ed in Utah Policy outlines the many ways in which this administration's actions will harm the health of millions of Americans, as well as those around the world.

Published On 4/15/2025

Charlotte's piece in the Salt Lake Tribune's Voices section describes the impact libraries have had on her life, pushing back against current efforts to defund them.

Published On 3/26/2025

Ellen Brady's Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune encourages all to raise their voices and exert their influence against the broad-based onslaught of the Trump administration.

Published On 3/12/2025

Midvale Mayor Gettel argues correctly that pride flags aren't political, they are symbols of acceptance for a marginalized community.

Published On 2/21/2025

Charlotte's OpEd in the Ogden Standard Examiner explores the history of white backlash to progress for African Americans, even as the current administration states that it will not observe Black History month and abolishes everything DEI-related.

Published On 2/18/2025

Greg Green argues that SJR7 Joint Resolution Urging Congress to Propose an Amendment to the United States Constitution is more of an effort to remove campaign finance restraints than it is to address abuses in any meaningful way.

Published On 2/4/2025

Ann Florence speaks out in a Salt Lake Tribune Voices piece about our Legislature's efforts to stack the rules and the courts in its favor vs the people.

Published On 1/29/2025

Deborah Gatrell: HB267 is a solution in search of a problem that, if passed, will result in significant harm to taxpayers, teachers and children.

Published On 1/27/2025

Oscar Mata's Salt Lake Tribune Letter to the Editor provides a good review of all the good things the Biden administration accomplished--ones that were too often not fully understood by the public.

Published On 1/19/2025

Teacher of the Year, John Arthur, expresses his admiration and appreciation for the service of Sydnee Dickson, the outgoing Utah State Superintendent of Schools in this Salt Lake Tribune Voices piece.

Published On 1/14/2025

In this Deseret News Opinion Piece, Natalie addresses her reasons and plan for addressing homelessness in Salt Lake County, should she be elected to serve on the County Council.

Published On 12/27/2024

This Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune calls out the LDS Church for its failure to use its facilities to provide shelter to the unsheltered.

Published On 12/23/2024

This OpEd in the Ogden Standard Examiner outlines the ongoing risks to public education posed by legislative actions across the country and specifically in Utah.

Published On 12/12/2024

This Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune calls on our Senators to vote "no" on the long list of Trump's more outrageous cabinet picks.

Published On 12/5/2024

Kris speaks out as a Utah Voice in the Salt Lake Tribune and as a transgender person asking for ongoing civil dialogue around the issues facing the transgender community.

Published On 11/23/2024

Charlotte's Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune argues that women, from the beginning, never had equal rights under our constitution--thus, was never a need for a war on women.

Published On 11/5/2024

Ann's Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune expresses a wish for a time when Utah elections were competitive, rather than exercises in one-party dominance.

Published On 10/29/2024

Jade Velazquez's Voices piece in the Salt Lake Tribune responds to the racist comments about Puerto Ricans at the recent Trump rally in Madison Square Gardens, listing the many outstanding contributions of his Puerto Rican inlaws.

Published On 10/15/2024

In this Salt Lake Tribune Commentary, Brian King asks you to vote for him as Utah's next Governor

Published On 10/15/2024

Charlotte Maloney's Letter to the Editor in the Scottsdale Independent describes her visit to Scottsdale and the pleasant surprise of finding those who understand Arizona's role in our fight to preserve American democracy during this election cycle.

Published On 10/9/2024

In this Salt Lake Tribune Op Ed, Sheila describes her background growing up in a family that needed to "pinch pennies". Combined with her CPA license, that bio uniquely qualifies her to be the next Salt Lake County Treasurer.

Published On 10/8/2024

Stacy's Op Ed in the Ogden Standard Examiner describes the reasons she is running to represent her Senate District in the Legislature. Her life story is inspiring! Be sure to check it out.

Published On 10/8/2024

Brian King's Letter to the Editor suggests an alternative and respectful way to approach the University of Utah's use of the Ute name and logo for its sports teams.

Published On 9/24/2024

Wendy Davis is quoted extensively in this Washington Examiner article that explores the line between the candidate as a private person and as a candidate/public official

Published On 9/24/2024

This Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune exposes single issue pro-life voters for their support of other anti-life policies.

Published On 9/13/2024

Kevin's Op Ed in the Standard Examiner argues against passage of Amendment A, a measure that would free the Legislature to use income tax revenues for purposes other than public education--a mandate currently embedded in our constitution.

Published On 9/12/2024

Maryam describes her reaction to the Democratic National Convention through her lens of growing up in Iran.

Published On 9/9/2024

This Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune calls out the logical inconsistency of those who believe that Trump was spared assassination by divine intervention

Published On 9/4/2024

This Letter to the Editor in the Standard Examiner speaks out against the Utah Constitutional Amendment that would ensure the Legislature's ability to gut/overturn citizen-led ballot initiatives.

Published On 9/4/2024

This Op Ed in the Standard Examiner speaks against the Trump economic plan, arguing that the proposed tariffs echo the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act that was a major factor in precipitating the Great Depression.

Published On 8/29/2024

Check out Wendy's discussion of her run for office as she describes it in this Future Hindsight podcast interview.

Published On 8/28/2024

This Salt Lake Tribune Commentary outs the Legislature's recent effort to gut Utahn's ability to speak through ballot initiatives by putting a constitutional amendment on November's ballot that would give them the ability to overturn any Citizen Initiative

Published On 8/17/2024

Kevin argues in this Deseret News Op Ed that universal free school lunches are important to academic performance and the overall health of our kids.

Published On 7/20/2024

This OpEd in the Ogden Standard Examiner calls out Trump as it relates to his actions and plans to restrict the rights of women to access reproductive Health Care

Published On 7/19/2024

This OpEd in the Provo Herald and Ogden Standard Examiner recounts the dangers posed by the SCOTUS immunity ruling, the assassination attempt, and Project 2025. Our UT Supreme Court ruling lends hope.

Published On 7/17/2024

This Salt Lake Tribune Letter to the Editor describes the many ways in which Project 2025 proposes policies that limit, rather than expand our freedoms.

Published On 7/17/2024

Ann's Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune decries the building of Inland Port facilities on 9,000 acres of wetlands in Weber County.

Published On 6/25/2024

This Guest Editorial in Utah Policy traces the opportunities we missed to reign in the criminal corruption of former President Trump and calls on our elected leaders to actually lead.

Published On 6/16/2024

Natalie's Op Ed in the Salt Lake Tribune ties together a Father's Day tribute to her father and other fathers with her reasons for running for the At Large seat on the Salt Lake County Council

Published On 6/9/2024

Wendy Davis explores DEI policy during this interview for Forbes Magazine, putting it in the context of the current deluge of anti-DEI legislation.

Inside Utah Politics: Women in Politics

Published On 6/3/2024

Carolyn Gleich, Angela Romero, and Wendy Davis are featured on this ABC interview focused on women in politics.

Published On 5/30/2024

Shireen's Op Ed in the Tribune makes the need for emergency reproductive health care real and personal by describing her experience with a miscarriage.

Published On 5/30/2024

This Letter to the Editor in the Ogden Standard Examiner sounds alarm bells regarding the damage done by Trump to all three branches of our government.

Published On 5/26/2024

Maryam's Salt Lake Tribune Letter to the Editor honors women around the world who face and overcome monumental obstacles.

Published On 5/26/2024

Representative Spackman-Moss and others wrote and signed this Salt Lake Tribune Letter to the editor in support of Jeff Howell's candidacy for House District 23 of the Utah Legislature, noting his support for education.

Published On 4/18/2024

This Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune calls out Trump's bluff when it comes to his positions on women's reproductive rights.

Published On 4/7/2024

This OpEd in the Deseret News calls on our congressional delegation to call for a cease fire in Gaza along with release of hostages, increased aid, and and end to military aid if international law continues to be violated.

Published On 4/1/2024

Kevin, a WDC member and candidate for the Granite School Board (2nd precinct) wrote this critique of the legislative action relevant to Utah's schools.

Inside Politics

Published On 4/1/2024

Wendy Davis rocked an interview on Inside Utah Politics (Channel 4) regarding her new book, The Fight You Don't See. Her segment starts at 14:35

Published On 3/24/2024

Senator Blouin's Op Ed in the Salt Lake Tribune calls out Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes and the Republican power structure for their mentality of unaccountability and attacks on those who call them out.

Published On 3/7/2024

This Op Ed in the Ogden Standard Examiner and Provo Herald highlights the various pieces of a puzzle that are coming together into a picture of white Christian nationalism that threatens our democracy.

Published On 3/3/2024

This letter to the Salt Lake Tribune editor describes the frustration, anger, and despair felt my many Utahns as we anxiously wait for the 45 day legislative session to end, thereby hoping to stop the damage for at least another year.

Published On 3/3/2024

WDC member Jen Schwartz, who is a mental health counselor, explores the impact of the recent "bathroom bill" on transgender youth and their families, including her own in the Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune.

Published On 2/28/2024

Christine's Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune describes her experience from returning from the West African island where slaves were loaded for transport and coming back to the news that our Legislator had abolished DEI efforts in schools and government.

Published On 2/27/2024

The authors push back in their Deseret News Opinion piece on Rep Johnson's bill that would establish a College of General Education within Utah universities.

Published On 2/27/2024

This Salt Lake Tribune Op Ed makes the case for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts by arguing that the benefits go well beyond issues related to racial diversity.

Published On 1/30/2024

Sue Robbins speaks up in her opinion piece to the Salt Lake Tribune regarding the impact of this year's "bathroom bills" on the transgender community.

Published On 1/30/2024

KSL features Senator Kathleen Riebe and Representative Mark Wheatley discussing their repeated efforts to pass a resolution that would result in Utah's ratification of the ERA.

Published On 1/29/2024

Terri Jo Lorz's opinion piece in the Ogden Standard Examiner and Provo Daily Herald calls out Governor Cox for his support of the "Equal Opportunity" bill that is anything but, as it bans programs that support marginalized groups--classic gaslighting.

Published On 1/29/2024

Charlotte Maloney's Letter to the Editor in the Salt Lake Tribune puts in a good word for the Grand Theater, located on the Salt Lake Community College Campus.

Published On 1/5/2024

Deondra's Op Ed in the Deseret News argues for the need to find "middle ground" in our community life, allowing progress to occur.

Published On 1/5/2024

Kelley addresses the concerns of the LDS Church regarding the Equal Rights Amendment in this You Tube Video.

Published On 1/2/2024

In her OpEd in Utah Policy, Deborah Gatrell calls out the contrast between the teachings of Jesus and those of Christian nationalism, personified by those who fly the "No Quarter" flag. We cannot serve both, as the two are direct opposites.

Published On 12/25/2023

Dr Jarvis's commentary in the Salt Lake Tribune focuses on the inequities in Utah's health care system while advocating for a single payer system.

Published On 12/17/2023

Deborah Gatrell's Op Ed in the Tribune talks about the disconnect between obsession with banning books with "sensitive" content and a failure to address the epidemic of gun violence that is truly killing our children.

Published On 12/11/2023

Sarah Reale and Darlene McDonald are cited extensively in this Salt Lake Tribune article. It regards their opposition to efforts by the State Board of Education to repeal requirements for educational equity as a relevant concept embedded in administrative rules.

Published On 12/10/2023

Darlene McDonald's OpEd in the Salt Lake Tribune honors the life of a long time friend and advocate for civil rights and a more just and peaceful society, Gail Blattenberger.

Published On 11/30/2023

This WDC Board Op Ed, published in three papers, explores the implications of three educational bills that are under consideration this year. All deserve our efforts to oppose them.

Published On 11/15/2023

WDC Member Sarah Young's piece in the Salt Lake Tribune makes the case for her election to the Salt Lake City Council.

Published On 11/7/2023

Christine Helrich's Salt Lake Tribune Letter to the Editor calls out Senator Mike Lee's suggested use of BLM lands to solve our housing crisis.

Brian King: The Hinkley Report

Published On 11/7/2023

Watch WDC Member Brian King discuss his potential bid for governor and the state of the Democratic Party on The Hinkley Report

Published On 11/7/2023

Rep Briscoe's Op Ed in the Salt Lake Tribune discusses the appointment of a physician who is hostile to the Transgender community to the panel providing oversight of their participation in sports.

Published On 10/29/2023

Issues Director, Ellen Brady, addresses the current conflict between Israel and Hamas in her Letter to the Editor published in the Salt Lake Tribune.

Published On 10/29/2023

WDC Member and Executive Director of Unsheltered, Wendy Garvin, argues that Rocky Anderson is the better Salt Lake City mayoral candidate to address problems of our unsheltered citizens.

Published On 10/15/2023

This Salt Lake Tribune Op Ed challenges the Utah Legislature to pick up the slack in child care funding and resources now that monies available under the Rescue Plan have ended.

Published On 10/1/2023

Donna's Op Ed in the Standard Examiner and Provo Herald recounts her experience during the commemoration of the first reading of the ERA in Seneca Falls 100 years ago. It is time to finally publish it in the constitution!

Published On 10/1/2023

This Deseret News Letter to the Editor argues that Congress should restore the fully expanded Child Tax Credit as part of their current budget negotiations.

Published On 9/24/2023

In this Letter to the Salt Lake Tribune, WDC member Terri Jo Lorz urges women to find their voices on key issues confronting us today

Published On 9/15/2023

WDC member Sherri Park's Letter in the Salt Lake Tribune points out that frequent moves make it more difficult for young adults to keep their voter registration current, preventing them from voting.

Published On 8/22/2023

The authors argue in this Deseret News Letter to the Editor that Critical Race Theory is not contrary to MLK's teaching and efforts but, in reality, is central.

Published On 8/20/2023

The authors describe their efforts as Salt Lake City Council Members to address inequities in their West Side communities in this Salt Lake Tribune OpEd.

Published On 8/2/2023

Rep Bennion argues in her Daily Herald Op Ed that Utahns need to pay attention to the policy positions of persons running for office. Not surprisingly, Democrats most often advocate for measures that reflect the values of most Utahns.

Published On 7/27/2023

Kelly Whitehead Jones marks the 100th anniversary of the first reading of the Equal Rights Amendment with a plea in this Salt Lake Tribune editorial for ongoing efforts to ensure its publication in the Constitution.

Published On 7/18/2023

Deborah Gattrell discusses the real school gun safety issue in this Salt Lake Tribune Op Ed--student suicides.

Published On 7/18/2023

The WDC Board's Op Ed in the Salt Lake Tribune ties together the common thread in recent SCOTUS decisions--white male Christian nationalism

Published On 7/17/2023

France Barral's LTE in the Salt Lake Tribune calls out State School Board member Natalie Cline's efforts toward 'cleansing' school libraries and curricula as equivalent to Don Quixote's efforts to fight windmills.

Published On 7/7/2023

Vickie Samuelson, a board member of Utah ERA Coalition, reports in her Salt Lake Tribune Op Ed on a recent video call during which Rep. Ayanna Pressley, MA-D, provided updates on current efforts to obtain official recognition of the Equal Rights Amendment’s ratification.

Published On 7/3/2023

WDC Issues Director, Ellen Brady, opines in Utah Policy that the SCOTUS Moore decision should empower Utah's Supreme Court to overturn Utah's legislative gerrymandered congressional districts.

Published On 6/30/2023

The WDC sends its congratulations and endorsement to Senator Kathleen Riebe on her nomination to run as the Democratic candidate for the CD2 seat vacated by Chris Stewart.

Published On 6/26/2023

WDC Member Wendy Garvin's LTE in the Salt Lake Tribune speaks out against Rep Johnson's recent comments regarding atheists in Utah. She notes that the volunteers in her efforts to aid the homeless include those of diverse faith backgrounds, including many atheists.

Published On 6/26/2023

Kael's Op Ed in the Salt Lake Tribune explains his decision to not run for the now open CD2 seat and encourages Democrats to move forward past the divisive senate race.

Published On 6/21/2023

Issues Director, Ellen Brady's Op Ed in the Ogden Standard Examiner and Provo Daily Herald provides an update on the status of the ERA as the 100th anniversary of its introduction approaches. Takeaway: Contact our Congressional delegation to encourage passage of HJR 25

Published On 6/16/2023

WDC Member Sherri Park's Op Ed in the Salt Lake Tribune calls out the decision to remove a UTA bus decorated in support of the LGBTQ community from the Pride Parade for the bullying it was.

Published On 6/13/2023

Nikki weighs in on the Salt Lake City Mayoral race, stating that Mayor Mendenhall has advanced LGBTQ+ causes within the city. Further, temperament matters.

Published On 6/6/2023

The upcoming special elections to replace Representative Chris Steward give Utahns an opportunity to restore balance to our delegation by electing a Democrat or moderate Republican.

Published On 3/26/2023

This LTE in the Salt Lake Tribune discusses concerns about HB152--the Legislature's attempt to regulate social media platforms in the interest of child safety.

Published On 3/13/2023

WDC Member and Democratic Candidate for Senate, Kael Weston gives a shout out to some of the heroes and heroines of this Legislative session, working hard to make real differences for Utahns.

Published On 3/11/2023

As noted in this Salt Lake Tribune Op Ed, anti-racism implies an active effort to eradicate racism and racist policies. It is NOT racism, as Rep Johnson implied.

Published On 2/10/2023

Issues Director Ellen Brady discusses the impact of HJR2, SB87/SJR6, and SB129 on issues of separation of powers and women's rights.

Published On 2/9/2023

Senator Nate Blouin, a WDC member, and Sarah Baldwin envision the future of an energy grid transitioned smoothly from coal to clean with the help of Biden's infrastructure dollars.

Published On 2/4/2023

In her Op Ed to the Salt Lake Tribune, WDC member Darlene McDonald talks about HB215 and its "zero sum" underpinnings and impact on public education.

Published On 2/4/2023

Luanne's Letter to the Editor in the Deseret News talks about the disproportionate impact of the food tax on the poor.

Published On 2/2/2023

Rep. Karianne Lisonbee is sponsoring a bill (HB219) in the Utah Legislature to prohibit state law enforcement from enforcing or cooperating with federal enforcement of gun laws.

Published On 1/24/2023

WDC Issues Director, Ellen Brady, aims at Rep Brammer's efforts to retroactively overturn the court's injunction against the abortion "trigger ban" (HB174) in this piece in Utah Policy.

Published On 1/23/2023

Salt Lake County Democratic Party First Vice Chair, WDC member, and teacher speaks out in a Salt Lake Tribune Op Ed against the latest effort to slip a voucher bill through the legislature disguised as "scholarships" and prettied with salary increases for teachers.

Published On 1/8/2023

WDC Member Rochelle Kaplan highlights concerns about misinformation and provides simple ways to fight against it in this Salt Lake Tribune Letter to the Editor.

Ellen Brady: Speak up and Speak Out

Published On 12/30/2022

This Op Ed in Utah Politics roundly condemns all that was conveyed by the "Former's" Thanksgiving dinner with two white supremacists at Mar a Lago and encourages our Congressional Delegation to speak up against the bigotry and horror it represented.

Published On 12/29/2022

WDC Member Brett Garner revisits the 2022 elections with practical advice for our efforts going forward.

Published On 11/25/2022

WDC Issues Director reflects on the outcome of the 2022 midterm elections and the efforts that are still needed to preserve our democracy.

Published On 11/23/2022

WDC Board Member Catherine Voutaz responds to an OpEd by former UDP Chair Jeff Merchant with regard to the reasons Democrats lose--its messaging.

Published On 11/23/2022

WDC Issues Director, Ellen Brady, wrote the following piece for the WDC Newsletter following the November 19, 2022 shooting at the Club Q in Colorado Springs.

Published On 11/4/2022

Nate Blouin, the Democratic candidate for Senate District 13 and WDC member urges us to vote wisely and not out of fear generated by wedge issues.

Published On 11/4/2022

Lannie Chapman, WDC Member and Candidate for Salt Lake County Clerk speaks to her candidacy, the importance of the job, and the attributes needed to do it well.

Published On 11/3/2022

Salt Lake City Council and WDC member speaks out on the issue of trains that routinely block commuter traffic coming from the West side.

Published On 11/3/2022

Alejandro Puy, a newly elected Salt Lake City Council and WDC member writes about the barriers keeping minority candidates from running for office and winning.

Published On 10/31/2022

Charlotte Maloney makes a cogent argument for the election of one of our members, Lynette Wendel, for HD 36 vs her opponent, Jim Dunnigan, the longstanding incumbent "career politician".

Published On 10/31/2022

WDC Member, UDP Secretary, and Senate District 20 Democratic Candidate Jill Fellows looks at the abortion debate from the perspective of what we don't understand about the stance of the Mormon Church--that it is basically quiet on the issue.

Published On 10/30/2022

Wendy Davis' Letter to the Editor addresses the ruling that allows the lawsuit brought by the League of Women Voters/Mormon Women for Ethical Government to go forward. It opposes the legislative override of the boundaries set by the Better Boundaries Commission.

Published On 10/6/2022

Our Issues Director, Ellen Brady, published another Letter to the Editor related to the need to renew the Child Tax Credit, this time in the Deseret News.

Published On 9/26/2022

WDC Issues Director, Ellen Brady, encourages Senator Romney to work toward passage of his Family Security Act, but to modify it in ways that ensure that the most vulnerable children are benefitted.

Published On 9/18/2022

WDC member Kael Weston calls out Republicans for the things they say behind closed doors.

Published On 9/15/2022

Another of our members, Kathleen Nielsen, published a Letter to the Editor in the Ogden Standard Examiner promoting the need to elect Rosemary Lesser and Monica Hall as a means to maintaining/advancing a more balanced two-party system in Utah.

Published On 8/14/2022

WDC Member and CD 4 Congressional Candidate Darlene McDonald speaks out in a D-News Guest Opinion on the Great Salt Lake and water crisis in Utah.

Published On 8/7/2022

Read WDC member and CD4 Candidate Darlene McDonald's Letter to the Editor following the historic vote in Kansas that affirmed a woman's right to privacy and thus access to abortion and other reproductive health care.

Published On 7/25/2022

WDC member Rochelle Kaplan has published an excellent Trib Editor to the Editor on inflation. Check it out!

Published On 7/25/2022

The Baltimore and Uvalde shootings, along with the overturn of Roe v Wade are a call to action. Vote!

Published On 7/25/2022

WDC Member Judy Calder published this excellent Letter to the Editor calling for passage of the Equal Rights Amendment.

Published On 7/25/2022

WDC Member and HD 41 Representative Gay Lynn Bennion's Op Ed in the Tribune outlines common sense ways to reduce gun violence.

Published On 7/25/2022

WDC Board member and former Prosecutor in Utah's Special Victims' Office Donna Kelly discusses the overturn of Roe v Wade from her perspective

Published On 6/24/2022

Robert Burch gave attendees at the Juneteenth WDC Luncheon a great overview of the history of African Americans and slavery in Utah. Enjoy!

Published On 5/6/2022

Tribune Op Ed in the aftermath of the leaked draft SCOTUS decision that would overturn Roe v Wade.

WDC Tribute to Psarah Johnson

Published On 5/2/2022

The WDC pays tribute to Psarah Johnson, who died April 29, 2002. She was a fierce advocate for any and all marginalized group, but especially for those living with disabilities, as she did.

Published On 4/30/2022

This letter to the editor was published in the Salt Lake Tribune in response to reporting around plans to introduce an amendment to the Utah GOP platform's statement on abortion that would eliminate exceptions for rape, incest, or the life of the mother.

Published On 4/30/2022

This statement was released after vetoed HB0011. It is a bill that bans transgender women from participation in interscholastic sports.

Published On 4/30/2022

The WDC issued this statement in support of Ukraine

Published On 4/30/2022

This Letter to the Editor was Published in the Park Record on February 12, 2022 in response to Rep Phil Lyman's HB 371--an effort to overturn Utah's Vote by Mail election procedures.

Published On 4/29/2022

Salt Lake Tribune Letter to the Editor urging Romney to vote favorably for Ketanji Brown Jackson's appointment to the Supreme Court

Published On 4/29/2022

The WDC issued this statement following the UDP Convention on April 23rd, at which time delegates voted against placing a Democratic candidate for US Senate on the November ballot, but instead chose to support the independent candidacy of Evan McMullin.

Published On 4/29/2022

The WDC issued this statement in support of transgender women following a special session of the Utah State Legislature called specifically to overturn Governor Cox's veto of HB0011, a bill blocking transgender women from participation in high school interscholastic team sports.

Published On 11/15/2021

Wendy Davis and Lynette Wendel, both democrats, nearly unseated long-time Republican state lawmakers Steve Eliason and Jim Dunnigan in 2020. They discuss the impact of redistricting on Democratic and women candidates in a KUTV interview with Christina Flores

Published On 10/15/2021

New Laws in Texas invade women's personal autonomy and agency

Published On 5/14/2019

The Riverton City Council has made that city “a sanctuary city for the unborn.” The author discusses the impact of that decision in this Letter to the Editor.