Jona Whitesides

Public trust is strengthened when the public can actually participate. One of the strengths of our election system is that many parts of the process are already open to public observation. Pre-election testing, post-election audits, open houses, and demonstrations exist because transparency matters. But transparency only works when people realistically have opportunities to participate. In 2025, both the pre-election testing and post-election audit were conducted during weekday morning hours....

I recently received official correspondence from Davis County Clerk Brian McKenzie and Elections Manager Lori Schiess confirming that Clerk McKenzie has met the valid signature threshold to seek the Republican Party nomination through the signature-gathering pathway, as outlined in Utah Code 20A-9-201(2)(b)(iv). While this pathway is permitted under state law, it stands in contrast to the bylaws of the Davis County Republican Party, which clearly state: “7.8.7 The only authorized method...

Public Trust Must Be Earned: Accountability Over Incumbency Congratulations on Being Elected as a Delegate! Dear Delegate, Thank you for stepping forward and serving as a delegate. Your role is critical in preserving a system of elections that is local, accountable, and truly by the people. I’m running as a convention-only candidate because I believe in the caucus and convention system and in the responsibility entrusted to you. I am asking for your support and vote at the County Convention...