Zach Robinson
Zach Robinson was a 2016 Democratic candidate for District 49 of the Utah House of Representatives. He ran unsuccessfully for the same seat in 2012 and 2014.[1]
Campaign themes
2014
Robinson's campaign website highlighted the following issues:[2]
Education
- Excerpt: "As a father of two daughters who attend public schools, I believe that support for the education system in Utah needs to be long-term. Providing support for “failing” schools, reducing class sizes in all classrooms, and empowering teachers to do their day-to-day job are priorities."
Air Quality
- Excerpt: "When my daughters go to school and have to spend their recess inside because of poor air quality, I become incredibly frustrated. It’s even more frustrating for me that there does not seem to be an easy fix for this problem, and yet it is a significant public health issue that needs to be addressed. I will actively collaborate with business leaders, researchers, and nonprofit agencies to find the best solutions to our air quality problems, because this is not only be important to me, but to every single Utahan."
Public Safety
- Excerpt: "First Responders are our community’s first line of defense in a disaster. Those that serve and protect our neighborhoods need to be supported by providing resources to continue to keep the streets safe. I will work tirelessly to ensure the safety of our police and fire fighters by providing them the tools and support they need to do their jobs."
Business
- Excerpt: "Small business is the lifeblood of a local economy. When patrons utilize local businesses, the money stays in the community. If dollars are spent in Sandy, revenue stays in Sandy. Local business owners employ local employees, creating more job growth. I will support local businesses so they can continue to stimulate local economies and generate tax dollars for local governments to upgrade the community."
Working Families
- Excerpt: "Decisions made at the Capitol impact every single Utahan. I promise to fight to create jobs and help Utah families, and protect those jobs that Utahans already possess — all while working to attract new developments to Utah. Continuing to grow Utah’s job market will sustain our economy for future generations."
Elections
2016
Elections for the Utah House of Representatives took place in 2016. The primary election took place on June 28, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was March 17, 2016.
Incumbent Robert Spendlove defeated Zach Robinson in the Utah House of Representatives District 49 general election.[3]
| Utah House of Representatives, District 49 General Election, 2016 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican |  Robert Spendlove Incumbent |
57.27% | 10,901 | |
| Democratic | Zach Robinson | 42.73% | 8,134 | |
| Total Votes | 19,035 | |||
| Source: Utah Secretary of State | ||||
Zach Robinson ran unopposed in the Utah House of Representatives District 49 Democratic primary.[4][5]
| Utah House of Representatives District 49, Democratic Primary, 2016 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | |
| Democratic | Zach Robinson (unopposed) | |
Incumbent Robert Spendlove ran unopposed in the Utah House of Representatives District 49 Republican primary.[4][5]
| Utah House of Representatives District 49, Republican Primary, 2016 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | |
| Republican | Robert Spendlove Incumbent (unopposed) | |
2014
Elections for the Utah House of Representatives took place in 2014. A primary election took place on June 24, 2014. The general election was held on November 4, 2014. The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was March 20, 2014. Zach Robinson defeated Mark Quigley in the Democratic convention. Incumbent Robert Spendlove was unopposed in the Republican convention. Spendlove defeated Robinson in the general election.[1]
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Robert Spendlove Incumbent |
56.9% | 6,575 | |
| Democratic | Zach Robinson | 43.1% | 4,985 | |
| Total Votes | 11,560 | |||
2012
Robinson ran as a write-in candidate in the 2012 election for Utah House of Representatives District 49. He faced Democratic candidate Mark Quigley and Republican candidate Derek Brown in the general election, which took place on November 6, 2012. Derek Brown (R) won the general election.[6]
Endorsements
2014
In 2014, Robinson's endorsements included the following:[7]
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Recent news
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See also
- Utah State Legislature
- Utah House of Representatives District 49
- Utah House of Representatives
- Utah House of Representatives elections, 2014
- Utah House of Representatives elections, 2016
External links
- Official campaign website
- Zach Robinson on Facebook
- Zach Robinson on Twitter
- Zach Robinson on YouTube
- Biography from Project Vote Smart
- Legislative profile from Project Vote Smart
- Utah State Legislature
Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Utah Lieutenant Governor, "2014 Candidate Filings," accessed March 22, 2014
- ↑ Vote Zach Robinson, "Issues," accessed October 5, 2014
- ↑ Utah Secretary of State, "2016 General Election," accessed November 29, 2016
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Utah.gov, "2016 Candidate Filings," accessed March 23, 2016
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Utah.gov, "2016 Primary Election Results," accessed August 20, 2016
- ↑ Utah Lieutenant Governor, "2012 candidate filings," accessed July 23, 2014
- ↑ Vote Zach Robinson, "Endorsements," accessed October 5, 2014
