David Jack, M.D.

I am focused on the good role of government - the process by which our laws are made and executed. Proper government requires transparency, fairness, and a robust but civil debate. Also, public policy should reflect the will of the people. Public servants must act with integrity and according to their oaths of office. 

I prefer that people come to the political process with goodwill and good faith. Being an Uniter (as a member of the United Utah Party) means doing the listening and the challenging work required to find common ground. I can persuade when possible, will always extend a hand of friendship when I cannot, and respect the voice of the people.  

It is my belief that solutions can be found to the pressing problems of society using a pragmatic approach, finding common ground with others, and encouraging widespread public involvement in the resolution of public policy issues. I believe in the worth of all individuals in a society and assert that engagement by all is the best means for operating a democratic republic.

• Increase transparency, fairness, and good character. All proposed bills should be open to meaningful public review. Legislative caucus meetings should also be open. I support ethics reforms that make it easier to identify and eliminate conflicts of interest. 

• Expand voter participation.  We need to strengthen our independent redistricting commission. It is positive to seek to expand access to alternative voting systems (such as Ranked Choice, STAR, or Approval voting methods) that reduce costs, encourage civility, and better reflect public will. 

• Increased government accountability. I support considering term limits that will reduce incumbent advantages. I also support campaign finance laws that will limit the influence of moneyed special interests.

• Equal Opportunity. I support laws that provide protection against discrimination based on race, religion, gender, age, or sexual orientation. Every individual is of inherent worth, has a right to be respected, and deserves to fully participate in our shared political and economic life. 

• Faith. I support the protection of religious belief and its role in public life, as well as the constitutional right to free exercise of religious expression for all. 

• Healthcare. I wish to promote reforms that extend healthcare, including mental healthcare, to more people. Reforms should also seek to reduce costs, improve outcomes, and the quality of care.

• Immigration. I endorse policy reforms that respect the dignity of individuals and the unity of families. I will advocate for a healthy immigration system that includes fair, enforceable laws and that promotes the economic benefits of immigration. 

• Balanced Budgets. I support sound fiscal policies that create a viable, long-term balance between government revenues and expenditures for the benefit of current and future generations. 

• Economic Growth. Public policy must promote economic opportunity for all, regardless of social and economic class, including the poor and needy. 

• Taxes and Regulations. I support a more efficient tax system that minimizes loopholes, reduces negative effects on working families, and ensures a fair contribution from all. Reviewing regulations and policies to continually assess their value in a changing economy is important.

• Environmental Stewardship. I advocate for the stewardship of Utah’s natural resources over the long term. I will promote policies that protect our air, water, and land to provide quality of life and economic benefits for many and across generations.

• Comfort. As citizens, we should not be afraid of our own air. 

• Water. Without water, there will be no people! We must be able to conserve.

• Recreation. It is important to safeguard open spaces and trails and to expand recreation for youth. 

• Education. I strongly support increased funding for public education as a vehicle for sustained economic growth, an engaged citizenry, and to equip students for a rapidly changing world. 

• Children and Families. It is extremely necessary to sustain and support children and their families for improved future social wellbeing, and community success. 

• Economic Growth.  The best way to improve the state's economy is to assure adequate appropriate education for all, especially children.