Taylor Ricks

Jokes. Politics. Sarcasm. Utah. Thoughts are my own.

[Taylor Ricks @taylormricks]

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[Spencer Ryan Hall @spencerhall]

I hate to say it, but you guys might have overdone it with the golden doodles.

[Taylor Ricks @taylormricks]

Shoutout to my second mother, @AbbyPalmerCox for spreading so much kindness. Happy one year to @ShowUpUtah!

[Jennifer Napier-Pearce @jnpearce]

https://t.co/Z0MhXtipOX

[The New York Times @nytimes]

Gov. Spencer Cox of Utah vetoed a bill on Tuesday that would have barred young transgender athletes from participating in girls’ sports, becoming the second Republican governor in two days to reject such legislation. https://t.co/mm5yhdzLeY

[Spencer Cox @SpencerJCox]

I know most won’t read past a headline but please read my veto letter—especially if you disagree with me. The veto will be overridden on Friday and then we will have a special session to fix a few things. Trans sports is a terribly difficult issue. Please be kind to everyone. 1/

[Taylor Ricks @taylormricks]

#StandingWithUkraine

[Owen Fuller @owenfuller]

Please spread the word and come to the south steps of the Utah State Capitol tomorrow (Mon, Feb 28) at 5:00pm for a #StandWithUkraine rally! ✊🇺🇦 There will be brief remarks by @GovCox & @LGHendersonUtah and we will light up the Capitol with Blue and Yellow. #GloryToTheHeroes

[Utah Department of Veterans & Military Affairs @Utah_DVMA]

Happy Veterans Day! Thank you to all those who have served to protect and defend our nation.

[Intermountain Health @Intermountain]

Vaccination status is a significant factor in determining whether someone needs high-level care for COVID-19. Here’s a snapshot of patients with COVID-19 currently admitted to Intermountain hospitals. Talk to your doctor about protecting yourself today: https://t.co/cuWucvn1VJ

[Katie McKellar @KatieMcKellar1]

Why national eyes are on Utah Gov. Cox for his COVID-19 compromises and his votes against Biden, Trump #utpol #utleg https://t.co/89yxqza1fY

[Spencer Cox @SpencerJCox]

My heart is broken. I spoke with Staff Sgt. Hoover’s parents today. I told them Utah mourned with them. When I asked how we could help, his dad simply replied, “Just promise me Utah will never forget my son.”

I did.

Please help me keep my promise. 💔🇺🇸

[Taylor Ricks @taylormricks]

@KatieMcKellar1 I was in 5th grade. I’d be happy to help if you are still looking for people.

[Taylor Ricks @taylormricks]

Nubia is one of the smartest people I have ever worked with and her kindness over the past 18 months helped me more than she probably knows. This recognition is well-deserved!

[Governor Cox @GovCox]

Congratulations to Nubia Peña for winning a much-deserved Living Color award from @UtahBusiness!

Nubia leads @MulticulturalUT with respect, dignity, and compassion. We’re so proud to have her on the #OneUtah team.

https://t.co/QXP2t13WYj

[Taylor Ricks @taylormricks]

@KSJack5 @SpencerJCox Haha she is going to be great! Tell her to brace herself 😊

[Taylor Ricks @taylormricks]

@MikeLMower @Ch_JesusChrist A fun way to start the Pioneer Day weekend!

[Michael Mower @MikeLMower]

Objective article on my boss @GovCox 🇺🇸 Column: Utah's governor doesn't worship Trump or hate Democrats. Is there room for him in the GOP? https://t.co/UnjoYnRiKP

[Todd Weiler @gopTODD]

If you live in Utah and want fireworks banned in your community, please contact your mayor and city councils. This is a local decision. The state only has jurisdiction in this arena over state-owned property. #utpol

[Joe Silverzweig @JSilverzweig]

I feel like there are a lot of people seeing everyone roll their eyes about this whole flack with @SpencerJCox’ response to the ‘minority scholarships are reverse racism’ thing and may quietly wonder “wait- why isn’t it racist?” If this is you, here is a little thread about why.