April 2019 | Vol. 6 Iss. 04
FREE AIMEE WINDER NEWTON, CONSIDERING RUN FOR GOVERNOR Continues to offer “Women in Politics” courses By Carl Fauver | carlf@mycityjournals.com
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imee Winder Newton continues to lead her one-woman crusade to equip and encourage more women to become involved in Utah politics, while also considering a possible run for the state’s highest office. “A couple of people approached me about running for governor, and at first, I thought it was crazy,” said the Salt Lake County Republican councilwoman and Taylorsville resident. “I appreciate their support and have decided to consider it. I expect to decide and make an announcement sometime this fall.” In the meantime, Newton is excited to see the growing interest among women to seek elected office, here in Utah and nationally. “I definitely think it is important we have more women run for office, because I see how it benefits both genders to have men and women at the table together.” Winder added. “I think a lot of people once thought stay-at-home moms could not know about the issues or their community. I am glad to see that changing.” After teaching a couple of more rudimentary “Women in Politics” courses last year, Winder decided to offer something a bit more detailed, several weeks ago. “I called it ‘Women in Politics 2.0,’ for lack of a better term,” she said. Eleven women attended the class, at Winder’s Taylorsville home, where they received a lot of instruction about the state budgeting process and how bills become laws. Among the attendees — after attending Newton’s more elementary class, while she was running for office — was Taylorsville City Councilwoman Meredith Harker.
Salt Lake County Councilwoman – and Taylorsville resident – Aimee Winder Newton (middle on floor) is again offering “Women in Politics” courses at her home, while also weighing a run for governor. (Courtesy Aimee Winder Newton)
“This course was more in-depth than the first one, and I the information in a very personable and non-threatening manfound it very interesting and helpful,” Harker said. “It is so em- ner. I loved it.” powering for women to have a voice in politics. Aimee presents Harker is also completely on board with Newton, if she Continue on page 4...
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