08/12/2003 1:13:32 PM PDT
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to wayoverontheright
As I remember: Announcing the Escalante Grand Starcase monument, Bill Clinton showed disrespect to Utahns, including Utah leaders (even in the lateness of informing them, not to mention consultation process) and made the announcement in Arizona (Grand Canyon) instead of Utah. Gov. Leavitt was not invited, but Gov. Matheson's widow did attend. The monument status put the stops to the planned development of the coal deposits. It caused quite a stir here to say the least.
Leavitt has been a good governor and was strongly considering a 4th term. He should be positive for EPA. This also leaves wide open race for Utah governor.