Gov. Cox’s campaign “Disagree Better” is astoundingly hypocritical. How can we “disagree better” when we are not allowed to even disagree at all?
Utahns’ voices have been stifled in response to the Stratos data center project through restricted public comment, accusations of being “professional protesters,” backroom deals closed to the public but open to developers and power brokers who stand to profit, and accelerated approval timelines.
It’s easy to tell people to “disagree better” when you hold the levers of power and can shut down people’s voices in an instant by refusing to let them speak.
Silenced,
Stephanie Lobrot, South Jordan
Submit a letter to the editor
sltrib.com is now free to access — no subscription required. We made this decision because we believe access to trustworthy, independent news shouldn’t depend on what you can afford — especially as misinformation and AI-generated content continue to rise.
Free to read doesn’t mean free to produce. Our reporters show up every day to ask hard questions and hold powerful institutions to account. That work takes resources. As a nonprofit newsroom, we rely on support from people who believe it matters. Make a donation today to fund local news that serves Utah communities.
You can help us bring more local news to more communities today.
