Introduction

If you have driven around Provo lately, you have probably seen a number of campaign signs flooding neighborhood streets and businesses. The sign you've probably seen the most of has the name "John Curtis" in large white letters against a blue and red background. As of September 15th, John Curtis, along with Utah Representative Steve Clark, are the two candidates for Provo City mayor.

The issues surrounding this current mayoral election are numerous and have already stirred up considerable ire amongst both parties. However, out of all the numerous newspaper articles I've read about both candidates, I have come to the conclusion that I really do not know anything about John Curtis. Steve Clark has been in the political arena for a lengthy period of time, so it is quite easy for the everyday person to find out about him. During the primaries he did gain 41% of the total votes and his campaign slogan of "Safety, Unity, Prosperity" can be seen everywhere, but who is he and what is he all about? John Curtis supporters are downright excited about their candidate, and comments on various newspapers extol that he is the "right choice" for Provo's mayor.

In my self-discovery process of who John Curtis is, I am hoping that both you and I can look at the issues Provo is facing, and critically analyze (not sling mud) the platform and positions of John Curtis to see if, indeed, he is the "right choice" for all of us.