After all the votes were counted in Salt Lake County, I came up short in House District 40. This was one of the closest primary races in the state, and I’m grateful that so many of you participated in this election and made your voices heard.
I got into this race because I believe representative government means showing up for people—on their doorsteps, in their union halls, at their protests, and at their celebrations. One of the greatest gifts of this campaign was to meet so many of you in all of those places and to hear your stories, your concerns, and hopes for our community.
Competition makes our democracy stronger. We should never be afraid to challenge the status quo or to question the people and institutions that seek to preserve it. Progress depends on engaged citizens who are willing to step forward, ask hard questions, and advocate for change.
I look forward to supporting candidates this November who are committed to fighting for working families, strengthening our labor unions, investing in public education, and tackling our state’s rising cost of living. There is so much worth fighting for, and I hope you’ll continue to join me in that work.
My heart is knit closer to this community because of all of you. For your support, for your encouragement, and your belief in this campaign, I’m deeply grateful.
With gratitude,
Dr. Wendy Davis