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" When I entered into office mid-recession, my No. 1 focus was Utah's economy. We set bold goals, and we've built one of the best-performing economies in the nation. "
Gary Herbert
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" One person's rights do not have to come at the expense of another's. If we can find common ground on religious freedom and LGBT issues in Utah - one of the nation's most religious and conservative states - we can do it anywhere in the country. "
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" As governor, I enjoy the opportunity to talk about Utah's measurable business success. "
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" Sometimes, promoting economic development means accepting the Herculean task of moving and modernizing a prison. "
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" In 2009, during my inaugural address, I expressed the importance of unprecedented partnerships. Since then, Utah's government, business, and education leaders in communities statewide have worked together more frequently and with better results than ever before. "
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" Education is the largest and most important investment Utah makes. "
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" My message to business leaders is clear: If you are looking to expand your business and boost the bottom line, there is no better place than Utah to do it. "
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" I believe in collaboration and cooperation. "
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