MWEG in the News

It’s a very strange dynamic. The vast majority of Americans think our “us vs. them” political system is a threat to the nation and yet every election cycle many of us throw money at the problem. Read more on thefulcrum.us.

You’ve heard Ian Bassin say it before. You may have heard me say it before: to protect democracy you have to bring together a broad coalition of people who might have major disagreements on politics and policy but who are willing to come together to prioritize its defense. Read more on ifyoucankeepit.org.

Utah’s unique caucus system often generates questions: How does it work, how do you become a delegate, and if you are a Republican voter this year, what the heck is a presidential preference poll. Read more on deseret.com.

School board meetings turn violent. Political polarization fractures families. Death threats frighten election workers. Wherever one looks, conflict and contempt seem to be infecting society’s connective tissue. Read more on sltrib.com.

Emma Petty Addams serves as co-executive director for Mormon Women for Ethical Government. Read more on citybiz.co.

As executive director at Mormon Women for Ethical Government (MWEG), Emma Petty Addams is working to build a political center that models how people of religious faith can successfully advocate for democratic principles and build bridges where there is partisan discord. Read more on theamericanleader.org.

As the holiday season draws to an end and a new year begins, it’s common to want to hang on to that sense of peace that comes from Christmas. After considering what I can do to spread more joy and goodwill in my community, I plan to add my signature and support for the Open Primaries Initiative. Read more on IdahoStateJournal.com.