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Tom Liljegren
Tom Liljegren (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Utah House of Representatives to represent District 2. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Liljegren completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Elections
2024
See also: Utah House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Utah House of Representatives District 2
Incumbent Mike Petersen defeated Tom Liljegren in the general election for Utah House of Representatives District 2 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Mike Petersen (R) | 74.0 | 14,303 |
![]() | Tom Liljegren (D) ![]() | 26.0 | 5,032 |
Total votes: 19,335 | ||||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Tom Liljegren advanced from the Democratic primary for Utah House of Representatives District 2.
Republican primary election
Republican primary for Utah House of Representatives District 2
Incumbent Mike Petersen defeated Mike Monson in the Republican primary for Utah House of Representatives District 2 on June 25, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Mike Petersen | 58.8 | 3,765 |
![]() | Mike Monson ![]() | 41.2 | 2,640 |
Total votes: 6,405 | ||||
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Democratic convention
Democratic convention for Utah House of Representatives District 2
Tom Liljegren advanced from the Democratic convention for Utah House of Representatives District 2 on March 30, 2024.
Candidate | ||
✔ | ![]() | Tom Liljegren (D) ![]() |
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Republican convention
Republican convention for Utah House of Representatives District 2
Incumbent Mike Petersen advanced from the Republican convention for Utah House of Representatives District 2 on April 13, 2024.
Candidate | ||
✔ | ![]() | Mike Petersen (R) |
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Mike Monson (R)
Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Liljegren in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Tom Liljegren completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Liljegren's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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|- Education I have spent my career working in public education, from preschool through higher education. I believe that all children deserve an excellent education, and that we can do better than we are doing now. I want to make sure that education is fully funded and that teachers are empowered and prepared to make an impact in their classroom. I also know that education doesn’t stop at high school, and I support funding for higher education and vocational training to enable Utah students to continue their education.
- Managing Growth Our north Cache Valley communities continue to grow rapidly. I want our legislature to empower our communities to manage this grown to make sure our infrastructure grows along with our population, and that our cities and county are able to make the choices to manage the growth in our communities. 1) I want to increase the amount of funding that comes to Cache Valley to support growth and infrastructure. 2) I will work with county and city leaders as well as Cache Valley employers to know the legislative needs of our communities to manage growth. 3) I support greater infrastructure development, especially to manage our water resources and roads.
- Quality of Life I support legislation to improve the quality of life for Cache Valley. The legislature can do a lot of good in improving the health and everyday life of our community, and I want to be a part of creating positive change. A few specific initiatives I support are: 1) Expanding financial support for daycare for families who need it. 2) Mandatory paid maternity and paternity leave for all employees. 3) Paid vacation and sick leave for all employees. 4) Support for community arts and parks.
I want the lawmaking process to be more open and transparent, and for citizens and lawmakers to have the time and opportunity to make their voices heard as part of the legislative process.
Multiple proposed or enacted Utah Constitutional amendments the last few years have given the legislature greater authority over the budget and call themselves into session. I want to empower citizens and ensure that the legislature isn’t overstepping its role.
Second, listening and respect. A representative needs to understand and be responsive to the needs of the community. This takes listening to understand the community needs. Additionally, every community member should feel respected and heard, regardless of if political beliefs perspectives align or not.
2) Our nation and community has grown more divided politically. Political discussions have become increasingly charged and more disrespectful. I want to help bridge this divide and increase civility in politics and our community.
2) I would like to sponsor a bill to require paid parental leave for new parents.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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