Utah Forward Party

One of our awesome supporters responds to the common critique of Forward having "no platform" and why a focused set of policy goals may accomplish more in the long run. Check out the op-ed on national's website. Thank you, Dan!

Laura is a former middle school teacher and business owner who moved to Utah from Florida in 2006. As a believer in “Positive Politics”, Laura is excited about the future of the Forward Party and loves the idea of uniting Americans on both sides of the political aisle while empowering them to solve problems instead of fighting over them. Laura also loves snowboarding and hiking Utah mountains with her husband, Derek, as well as supporting local restaurants and businesses with her two daughters.

"To me, Forward means voters having a stronger voice in politics and (finally) feeling heard. Forward gives the American people hope despite years of division and frustration."

Shivom is a current high school student who has worked on campaigns at the congressional, statewide, and local level since 2020, including as Field Director for Forward endorsed House candidate January Walker. He joined Forward via the Serve America Movement, of which he was also the state youth lead, and has a passion for civil discourse, approval voting, and open primaries.

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Phil received a BA in English and Film Studies from the University of Michigan and now works as an independent data management consultant for businesses and nonprofits nationwide. Forward has provided Phil with the political formula he always wanted to believe was possible: More Parties = Healthier Parties. He’s a recent transplant to Utah, so be sure to tease him if you hear him mispronounce Tooele or Hurricane.

"I believe Forward is a rational solution to a deeply entrenched, systematic problem. In these times when cynicism abounds, Forward gives me a real sense of purpose, and I’m proud of any small role I can play in its mission."

Lynn earned a bachelor's in Aerospace Engineering and an MBA with a focus in eBusiness. He served for 10 years in the U.S. Air Force, where he flew the A-10 Thunderbolt II (affectionately known as the "Warthog") and taught the Army and the Air Force how to play nice together. Lynn is a friend of innovative ideas, a foe of rancorous tribalism, and a fan of Forward Party ideals. (He also likes to write.)