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Utah raises a question we all wonder about - if politicians are supposed to represent us, why do we disagree with so much that is done in the name of public good? Polls there show that politicians disagreed with the majority of utahns? Opinion on 15 major issues ranging from nuclear waste disposal and funding public education, to gun control and late-term abortions. Producer Jenny Brundin looks at the question of whether we elect politicians for their individual wisdom or their commitment to accurately fight for our views.
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Utah raises a question we all wonder about - if politicians are supposed to represent us, why do we disagree with so much that is done in the name of public good? Polls there show that politicians disagreed with the majority of utahns? Opinion on 15 major issues ranging from nuclear waste disposal and funding public education, to gun control and late-term abortions. Producer Jenny Brundin looks at the question of whether we elect politicians for their individual wisdom or their commitment to accurately fight for our views.
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Review of On Deaf EarsWe’ve got polls up the wazoo. This brief, well-paced piece touches on some of the concerns people and politicians in Utah have on the way to casting their votes. The same concerns exist nationwide. sl |
Timing and Cues
In cue ... (sound of legislative hallway)
"(fade in) make sure this has been distributed, the one on SB 13."
Out cue ... "I'm Jenny Brundin in Salt Lake City, Utah."
running time - 7:41
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Posted on December 12, 2003 at 08:52 AM | Permalink
Review of On Deaf Ears
This is a long and especially well-reported story from KUER. Yes, it takes place in Utah but the fact is this could take place anywhere: Jenny Brundin examines how far out of touch politicians are with constituents. Polling results go one way, legislative votes go another. Why? Is this a democracy when lawmakers don't do what voters say? The story isn't that simple. Also try Grassroots Democracy.