Josh Warburton
@warburtonjosh.bsky.social
Publisher • Musician • Father • Democrat • Politico • Vegan • Foodie • Kanab, Utah and always exploring!
Utah expanding its Supreme Court from five to seven justices isn’t inherently wrong.
But doing it right after the court ruled against the Legislature on redistricting? That timing should concern anyone who cares about democracy.
But doing it right after the court ruled against the Legislature on redistricting? That timing should concern anyone who cares about democracy.
December 17, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Utah expanding its Supreme Court from five to seven justices isn’t inherently wrong.
But doing it right after the court ruled against the Legislature on redistricting? That timing should concern anyone who cares about democracy.
But doing it right after the court ruled against the Legislature on redistricting? That timing should concern anyone who cares about democracy.
Three months of daily posting. Whew!
90 days in, and the last 30 have been some of the busiest yet. What began as a simple effort to speak up every day has turned into deeper conversations, unexpected opportunities, and a lot of learning.
90 days in, and the last 30 have been some of the busiest yet. What began as a simple effort to speak up every day has turned into deeper conversations, unexpected opportunities, and a lot of learning.
December 16, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Three months of daily posting. Whew!
90 days in, and the last 30 have been some of the busiest yet. What began as a simple effort to speak up every day has turned into deeper conversations, unexpected opportunities, and a lot of learning.
90 days in, and the last 30 have been some of the busiest yet. What began as a simple effort to speak up every day has turned into deeper conversations, unexpected opportunities, and a lot of learning.
Monday reminder 🌤️
Big things don’t happen all at once. They happen because you keep showing up — even when it’s hard. Take the small step today. Progress beats perfection every time.
You’ve got this.
#MondayMotivation #KeepGoing #OneDayAtATime #ProgressNotPerfection #SmallSteps
Big things don’t happen all at once. They happen because you keep showing up — even when it’s hard. Take the small step today. Progress beats perfection every time.
You’ve got this.
#MondayMotivation #KeepGoing #OneDayAtATime #ProgressNotPerfection #SmallSteps
December 15, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Monday reminder 🌤️
Big things don’t happen all at once. They happen because you keep showing up — even when it’s hard. Take the small step today. Progress beats perfection every time.
You’ve got this.
#MondayMotivation #KeepGoing #OneDayAtATime #ProgressNotPerfection #SmallSteps
Big things don’t happen all at once. They happen because you keep showing up — even when it’s hard. Take the small step today. Progress beats perfection every time.
You’ve got this.
#MondayMotivation #KeepGoing #OneDayAtATime #ProgressNotPerfection #SmallSteps
Trump gives himself an “A+++” on the economy while housing, groceries, healthcare, and education keep getting more expensive.
Tariffs and anti-visitor policies are already hurting Utah’s tourism economy — especially in rural communities — and Republican leaders here are staying silent.
Tariffs and anti-visitor policies are already hurting Utah’s tourism economy — especially in rural communities — and Republican leaders here are staying silent.
December 14, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Trump gives himself an “A+++” on the economy while housing, groceries, healthcare, and education keep getting more expensive.
Tariffs and anti-visitor policies are already hurting Utah’s tourism economy — especially in rural communities — and Republican leaders here are staying silent.
Tariffs and anti-visitor policies are already hurting Utah’s tourism economy — especially in rural communities — and Republican leaders here are staying silent.
Childcare costs in Utah have exploded. In 1990 it took ~7% of a family’s income. Today it’s often 20–30%, and in many areas it costs more than rent. Half of Utah lives in a childcare desert.
Families aren’t failing — the system is.
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Families aren’t failing — the system is.
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December 13, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Childcare costs in Utah have exploded. In 1990 it took ~7% of a family’s income. Today it’s often 20–30%, and in many areas it costs more than rent. Half of Utah lives in a childcare desert.
Families aren’t failing — the system is.
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Families aren’t failing — the system is.
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Utah’s housing crisis is pricing out the people who keep our communities running. In 2010 a typical home was ~$216k. Today it’s ~$500k+. Rent more than doubled. Wages didn’t.
I barely afforded my home in 2016 — & today I probably wouldn’t qualify. My only child in Ogden has nearly given up on buying
I barely afforded my home in 2016 — & today I probably wouldn’t qualify. My only child in Ogden has nearly given up on buying
December 12, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Utah’s housing crisis is pricing out the people who keep our communities running. In 2010 a typical home was ~$216k. Today it’s ~$500k+. Rent more than doubled. Wages didn’t.
I barely afforded my home in 2016 — & today I probably wouldn’t qualify. My only child in Ogden has nearly given up on buying
I barely afforded my home in 2016 — & today I probably wouldn’t qualify. My only child in Ogden has nearly given up on buying
When will Utah’s Republican leaders speak up for the people they represent?
The Trump administration just proposed requiring foreign tourists — including those from the UK, France, Japan, Australia — to hand over five years of social media history plus old emails and phone numbers to enter the U.S.
The Trump administration just proposed requiring foreign tourists — including those from the UK, France, Japan, Australia — to hand over five years of social media history plus old emails and phone numbers to enter the U.S.
December 11, 2025 at 2:55 PM
When will Utah’s Republican leaders speak up for the people they represent?
The Trump administration just proposed requiring foreign tourists — including those from the UK, France, Japan, Australia — to hand over five years of social media history plus old emails and phone numbers to enter the U.S.
The Trump administration just proposed requiring foreign tourists — including those from the UK, France, Japan, Australia — to hand over five years of social media history plus old emails and phone numbers to enter the U.S.
The Trump administration is removing MLK Day and Juneteenth from the National Park fee-free calendar and replacing them with Trump’s birthday.
It’s hard to think of a clearer statement of misplaced priorities — and sadly, it’s not even near their most egregious move.
It’s hard to think of a clearer statement of misplaced priorities — and sadly, it’s not even near their most egregious move.
December 9, 2025 at 3:55 PM
The Trump administration is removing MLK Day and Juneteenth from the National Park fee-free calendar and replacing them with Trump’s birthday.
It’s hard to think of a clearer statement of misplaced priorities — and sadly, it’s not even near their most egregious move.
It’s hard to think of a clearer statement of misplaced priorities — and sadly, it’s not even near their most egregious move.
Utah’s Dec. 9 special session will address redistricting, court authority, filing delays, and the repeal of HB 267. Legislative leaders want to delay the filing deadline for congressional races to gain more time to overturn the court-ordered fair map.
This does not help voters.
This does not help voters.
December 8, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Utah’s Dec. 9 special session will address redistricting, court authority, filing delays, and the repeal of HB 267. Legislative leaders want to delay the filing deadline for congressional races to gain more time to overturn the court-ordered fair map.
This does not help voters.
This does not help voters.
Utah Democrats don’t fit a national mold — and that’s a strength. Being new, independent-minded, or even critical of Democrats can make you more electable here. If you’ve ever thought about running, reach out or email [email protected]. More info at utahdemocrats.org.
#UtahDemocrats
#UtahDemocrats
December 7, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Utah Democrats don’t fit a national mold — and that’s a strength. Being new, independent-minded, or even critical of Democrats can make you more electable here. If you’ve ever thought about running, reach out or email [email protected]. More info at utahdemocrats.org.
#UtahDemocrats
#UtahDemocrats
I’m 49, and this is the first year in my adult life I’ve had health insurance. Even with my girlfriend’s employer covering part of it and choosing the top Aetna plan, it’s still expensive and nearly impossible to use.
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December 5, 2025 at 9:02 PM
I’m 49, and this is the first year in my adult life I’ve had health insurance. Even with my girlfriend’s employer covering part of it and choosing the top Aetna plan, it’s still expensive and nearly impossible to use.
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The Sutherland Institute claims Utahns want the Legislature drawing congressional maps. But their own poll shows the opposite.
A judge didn’t draw a map — she selected one from expert submissions as required by the Utah Supreme Court.
Here’s what voters actually said:
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A judge didn’t draw a map — she selected one from expert submissions as required by the Utah Supreme Court.
Here’s what voters actually said:
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December 4, 2025 at 7:22 PM
The Sutherland Institute claims Utahns want the Legislature drawing congressional maps. But their own poll shows the opposite.
A judge didn’t draw a map — she selected one from expert submissions as required by the Utah Supreme Court.
Here’s what voters actually said:
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A judge didn’t draw a map — she selected one from expert submissions as required by the Utah Supreme Court.
Here’s what voters actually said:
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People talk a lot about affordability — groceries, rent, housing, gas — and they should. We all feel it every time we go out and try to live our lives.
But the other half of the affordability crisis rarely gets talked about: wages.
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But the other half of the affordability crisis rarely gets talked about: wages.
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December 3, 2025 at 3:48 PM
People talk a lot about affordability — groceries, rent, housing, gas — and they should. We all feel it every time we go out and try to live our lives.
But the other half of the affordability crisis rarely gets talked about: wages.
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But the other half of the affordability crisis rarely gets talked about: wages.
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Been thinking about where Democrats should go in '26. After years of working in rural Utah, my belief is simple:
We need a working-class, family-first agenda that talks like real people & focuses on what families feel everyday — rising costs, low wages, broken healthcare, & a system that's rigged.
We need a working-class, family-first agenda that talks like real people & focuses on what families feel everyday — rising costs, low wages, broken healthcare, & a system that's rigged.
December 2, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Been thinking about where Democrats should go in '26. After years of working in rural Utah, my belief is simple:
We need a working-class, family-first agenda that talks like real people & focuses on what families feel everyday — rising costs, low wages, broken healthcare, & a system that's rigged.
We need a working-class, family-first agenda that talks like real people & focuses on what families feel everyday — rising costs, low wages, broken healthcare, & a system that's rigged.
When I talk about politics or any heated issue, I try to keep things polite but firm. But today’s about something uplifting: I joined Sue & Jim Johnston — 2 of Kanab’s quiet trail heroes — to help install new Kanab Trail signs. If you love our trails, tap ❤️, or share a trail pic.
#Kanab #KanabTrails
#Kanab #KanabTrails
December 1, 2025 at 2:53 PM
When I talk about politics or any heated issue, I try to keep things polite but firm. But today’s about something uplifting: I joined Sue & Jim Johnston — 2 of Kanab’s quiet trail heroes — to help install new Kanab Trail signs. If you love our trails, tap ❤️, or share a trail pic.
#Kanab #KanabTrails
#Kanab #KanabTrails
Just watched a hopeful, data-driven talk by BYU professor Dr. Jacob Rugh showing why Utah is shifting faster than people realize—suburbs turning left, LDS moderates rejecting extremism, and Utah County trending purple.
Watch: youtu.be/I180XIMlW14?...
#Utah #UtahDemocrats #PoliticalChange
Watch: youtu.be/I180XIMlW14?...
#Utah #UtahDemocrats #PoliticalChange
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November 30, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Just watched a hopeful, data-driven talk by BYU professor Dr. Jacob Rugh showing why Utah is shifting faster than people realize—suburbs turning left, LDS moderates rejecting extremism, and Utah County trending purple.
Watch: youtu.be/I180XIMlW14?...
#Utah #UtahDemocrats #PoliticalChange
Watch: youtu.be/I180XIMlW14?...
#Utah #UtahDemocrats #PoliticalChange
Trump’s new international park fee will hit rural Utah hard. Kanab depends on Zion, Bryce & the N. Rim — & 40% of visitors are intl. A 10–30% drop means 12k fewer overnight stays & up to a $20M hit. Worst case, double that.
Call our leaders: MikeLee SenJohnCurtis RepCelesteMaloy GovCox
#UtahPolitics
Call our leaders: MikeLee SenJohnCurtis RepCelesteMaloy GovCox
#UtahPolitics
November 29, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Trump’s new international park fee will hit rural Utah hard. Kanab depends on Zion, Bryce & the N. Rim — & 40% of visitors are intl. A 10–30% drop means 12k fewer overnight stays & up to a $20M hit. Worst case, double that.
Call our leaders: MikeLee SenJohnCurtis RepCelesteMaloy GovCox
#UtahPolitics
Call our leaders: MikeLee SenJohnCurtis RepCelesteMaloy GovCox
#UtahPolitics
Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude and the occasional awkward comment. If something hits wrong, pause, breathe, and respond—not react.
Everyone’s dealing with higher costs and real stress. A little patience goes a long way.
#Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Utah #RuralUtah #Community
Everyone’s dealing with higher costs and real stress. A little patience goes a long way.
#Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Utah #RuralUtah #Community
November 27, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Thanksgiving is a time for gratitude and the occasional awkward comment. If something hits wrong, pause, breathe, and respond—not react.
Everyone’s dealing with higher costs and real stress. A little patience goes a long way.
#Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Utah #RuralUtah #Community
Everyone’s dealing with higher costs and real stress. A little patience goes a long way.
#Thanksgiving #Gratitude #Utah #RuralUtah #Community
UT GOP leaders lost in court & now they’re scrambling to undo fair maps with appeals, a Dec. 9 special session, & a plan to weaken voter initiatives. Push back: contact your reps, don’t sign petitions, & get involved. le.utah.gov
#FairMaps #UtahPolitics
@utahdemocrats.org @govcox.bsky.social
#FairMaps #UtahPolitics
@utahdemocrats.org @govcox.bsky.social
November 26, 2025 at 8:04 PM
UT GOP leaders lost in court & now they’re scrambling to undo fair maps with appeals, a Dec. 9 special session, & a plan to weaken voter initiatives. Push back: contact your reps, don’t sign petitions, & get involved. le.utah.gov
#FairMaps #UtahPolitics
@utahdemocrats.org @govcox.bsky.social
#FairMaps #UtahPolitics
@utahdemocrats.org @govcox.bsky.social
Thanksgiving kicks off the giving season. I’m grateful for what I have, but many neighbors are struggling. Small acts of kindness matter. If you can help, here are local groups doing important work: kane.utah.gov/166/Care-Share
kanecountyassist.org
switchpoint.org
www.careandshare-ut.org
kanecountyassist.org
switchpoint.org
www.careandshare-ut.org
November 25, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Thanksgiving kicks off the giving season. I’m grateful for what I have, but many neighbors are struggling. Small acts of kindness matter. If you can help, here are local groups doing important work: kane.utah.gov/166/Care-Share
kanecountyassist.org
switchpoint.org
www.careandshare-ut.org
kanecountyassist.org
switchpoint.org
www.careandshare-ut.org
Most of us want better government — & that requires the best people stepping up. Is that you?
As Utah Democrats we’re seeking candidates across Utah & in Southern Utah:
HD 66, 69, 71, 72, 74, 75
SD 28 + county commish
Filing deadline: early Jan.
#RunForOffice #UtahDemocrat
As Utah Democrats we’re seeking candidates across Utah & in Southern Utah:
HD 66, 69, 71, 72, 74, 75
SD 28 + county commish
Filing deadline: early Jan.
#RunForOffice #UtahDemocrat
November 24, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Most of us want better government — & that requires the best people stepping up. Is that you?
As Utah Democrats we’re seeking candidates across Utah & in Southern Utah:
HD 66, 69, 71, 72, 74, 75
SD 28 + county commish
Filing deadline: early Jan.
#RunForOffice #UtahDemocrat
As Utah Democrats we’re seeking candidates across Utah & in Southern Utah:
HD 66, 69, 71, 72, 74, 75
SD 28 + county commish
Filing deadline: early Jan.
#RunForOffice #UtahDemocrat
As Thanksgiving week begins, I’m taking a moment to be grateful — for a home, my best friend and partner Annabelle, a job that’s sustained me nearly 30 years, my family visiting this week, and my mom turning 80. Life is busy, but it’s beautiful.
#thankful
#thankful
November 23, 2025 at 4:07 PM
As Thanksgiving week begins, I’m taking a moment to be grateful — for a home, my best friend and partner Annabelle, a job that’s sustained me nearly 30 years, my family visiting this week, and my mom turning 80. Life is busy, but it’s beautiful.
#thankful
#thankful
This week: Congress forces release of Epstein files; Trump calls vets’ video “sedition”; MTG to resign; TPS ended for Somalis. In #Utah Owens blasts Judge Gibson’s map & Kitchen & Villarreal join CD1 race. @derekkitchen.bsky.social @schotthappens.com @benwinslow.bsky.social @tvheidihatch.bsky.social
November 22, 2025 at 4:43 PM
This week: Congress forces release of Epstein files; Trump calls vets’ video “sedition”; MTG to resign; TPS ended for Somalis. In #Utah Owens blasts Judge Gibson’s map & Kitchen & Villarreal join CD1 race. @derekkitchen.bsky.social @schotthappens.com @benwinslow.bsky.social @tvheidihatch.bsky.social
Trump is on his back foot—insulting women reporters and calling for executions. Not normal.
PBS/NPR/Marist:
Dems 55–41 (+14)
Independents: Dems +33
Speak up. Register as a Democrat. Volunteer.
@utahdemocrats.org
PBS/NPR/Marist:
Dems 55–41 (+14)
Independents: Dems +33
Speak up. Register as a Democrat. Volunteer.
@utahdemocrats.org
November 21, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Trump is on his back foot—insulting women reporters and calling for executions. Not normal.
PBS/NPR/Marist:
Dems 55–41 (+14)
Independents: Dems +33
Speak up. Register as a Democrat. Volunteer.
@utahdemocrats.org
PBS/NPR/Marist:
Dems 55–41 (+14)
Independents: Dems +33
Speak up. Register as a Democrat. Volunteer.
@utahdemocrats.org
UT finally has a fair congressional map — & the GOP supermajority is trying to undo it w/a repeal initiative.
Decline to sign.
Tell others not to.
Ask lots of questions to slow paid gatherers down — don’t sign.
Record misinfo & report it.
Fair maps protect all Utahns.
#DeclineToSign #ProtectProp4
Decline to sign.
Tell others not to.
Ask lots of questions to slow paid gatherers down — don’t sign.
Record misinfo & report it.
Fair maps protect all Utahns.
#DeclineToSign #ProtectProp4
November 20, 2025 at 1:54 PM
UT finally has a fair congressional map — & the GOP supermajority is trying to undo it w/a repeal initiative.
Decline to sign.
Tell others not to.
Ask lots of questions to slow paid gatherers down — don’t sign.
Record misinfo & report it.
Fair maps protect all Utahns.
#DeclineToSign #ProtectProp4
Decline to sign.
Tell others not to.
Ask lots of questions to slow paid gatherers down — don’t sign.
Record misinfo & report it.
Fair maps protect all Utahns.
#DeclineToSign #ProtectProp4