# Hot Blava

The national debate will always seep over into local politics and thus, events on the national stage will find their way into Hot Blava. We hope that Hot Blava will be an interesting mixture of national issues and issues that affect Utah, and particularly Utah County where we live. Mostly, it is great to write about issues you're thinking about as it solidifies your thinking... or exposes your own irrationality. You can decide which is which.

## Wednesday, June 18, 2008

### Poll Giddy

I always feel so cool when I get called to participate in an opinion poll. There is something so satisfying about a total stranger calling you and asking you about things that you're actually conversant with; as opposed to people asking me sports questions which leave me clueless.
I was asked about the Cannon v. Chaffetz race. I'm currently leaning towards Cannon. I'm not aware of any votes he's taken on major issues that I disagree with. He seems to have a reasonable and thoughtful position on immigration issues.
I don't have anything against Chaffetz, but I don't have any reason to throw Cannon out since I feel he's doing well.

#### 1 Comments:

At 7:19 PM, June 19, 2008, Reach Upward said...

  This is the problem all challengers face, especially in primary races. Voters will not toss out the incumbent unless they are extremely upset with him/her.
  After all, why throw the known factor over board in favor of a less known factor? Better to keep the devil we know than take a chance on an unproven quantity that might prove worse.
  Some folks truly have their knickers in a twist about Cannon. But most voters probably feel just as you do. Therefore, I believe that the outcome of this election will ultimately be similar to Cannon's last primary challenge. He will return to Congress next January.

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