This week Utah NOW presents The Governor's Monthly News Conference, an unedited exchange between reporters and Governor Jon M. Huntsman, Jr.

The Governor speaks in depth about his plan for his healthcare reform task force, including its goals, responsibilities, and timeline. He suggested even calling a special session later this year if the heathcare reform issue needs to be pushed along. The Governor also speaks at length about the all-encompassing immigration law that wil take effect in 2009. He feels that many issues will be resolved on a federal level before the start date of the state law.

Additionally, Governor Huntsman talks about his future...whether he would take a cabinet post if Senator John McCain is elected president, the current economic status of Utah, energy issues, and the safety of the Kennecott tailings.

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Posted by Utah NOW, Thursday March 27th, 2008 @ 5:41 pm | Comments (0)

This week on Utah NOW -- Doris Kearns Goodwin will be with us.

An acclaimed historian with an eye for detail, Goodwin applies the lessons from the past to give perspective to the politics of today. We'll talk about the role of leadership and vision for a country in turmoil.

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Posted by Utah NOW, Wednesday March 19th, 2008 @ 7:55 am | Comments (2)

This week on Utah NOW the acclaimed physicist Lisa Randall will be with us.

Dr. Randall has a best-selling book which details one of the most intriguing and original ideas in modern science - the existence of hidden dimensions in the cosmos.

We'll talk about how her work is presenting a whole new way of thinking about the nature of the universe.

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Posted by Utah NOW, Tuesday March 11th, 2008 @ 12:01 pm | Comments (1)