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Utah governor defends record in primary debate after harsh reception at GOP convention
SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Gov. Spencer Cox defended his record against a primary challenger in a debate Tuesday after the GOP incumbent was recently booed by Republican convention delegates who argued he is too moderate. Despite failing to secure his party's nod, Cox is considered the overwhelming favorite among Republican voters statewide. He used Tuesday's televised debate to highlight his accomplishments uninterrupted after going off-script back in April to address his harsh reception from delegates. The state GOP convention often favors farther-right candidates and expectedly ...
