A 2010 Utah Gubernatorial Election "Battle Royal" Already Seems to Be Shaping up

Now that the fiscally conservative and politically moderate Peter Corroon has entered the Governor's race, will the ultra-right-leaning Governor Herbert adapt his own agenda toward a more politically moderate course?

As a followup to yesterday's WCF article, this morning's Deseret News carries an informative thumbnail biography of Salt Lake County Mayor Peter Corroon, who confirms he will formally launch his candidacy for the Utah Governor's office next week, under the Democratic Party banner. Mayor Corroon indeed has an impressive resume; he's a true "Renaissance Man," it would seem:

• Corroon set to launch run for governor

It's also evident that GOP Governor Herbert recognises he's faced with a formidable challenger, as he hastily backpedals on a matter which one WCF reader only a day ago considered to be a strong political vulnerabilty:

• Herbert pulling back on water deal

Ten months in advance of the 2010 election, it appears we're already watching a gubernatorial election "battle royal " shaping up, in which connection we'll ask our readers this:

Now that the fiscally conservative and politically moderate Peter Corroon has entered the Governors race, will the ultra-right-leaning Governor Herbert adapt his own agenda toward a more politically moderate course?

For our part, we're thrilled to see two Utah political heavyweights squaring off so early in the 2010 election cycle; and we hereby pledge that Weber County Forum will henceforth be following developments in this race ever so very closely.

The floor's open for your comments, O Gentle Ones.

Do not allow the cat to get your tongues.