Soren Simonsen
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Soren Simonsen was a 2012 Democratic candidate who sought election to the U.S. House to represent the 3rd Congressional District of Utah.
Campaign themes
According to Simonsen's website, his campaign themes included:
- Economy: "... limit wasteful spending, invest wisely in future transportation and domestic renewable energy production, streamline the tax code for individuals and businesses, and support sustained investment in local jobs."
- Equality: "...insure that the benefits and privileges given to some are extended to all."
- Ethics: "...guide ethics and campaign finance reform, restoring appropriate constitutional rights to the people of the United States."[1]
Elections
2012
Simonsen was defeated by incumbent Jason Chaffetz.[2] Simonsen ran in the 2012 election for the U.S. House to represent Utah's 3rd District. He defeated Richard Clark in the Democratic convention. The general election took place on November 6, 2012.[3]
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican |  Jason Chaffetz Incumbent |
76.6% | 198,828 | |
| Democratic | Soren D. Simonsen | 23.4% | 60,719 | |
| Total Votes | 259,547 | |||
| Source: Utah Lieutenant Governor "Official Election Results, 2012 General Election" | ||||
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