A recent poll conducted by Deseret News has revealed that Lieutenant Governor Spencer Cox leads by a significant margin in the Utah gubernatorial race. According to the poll results, Cox has a 32 percentage point lead over his opponent, Democratic candidate Chris Peterson.
The poll, which surveyed registered voters across the state, shows that Cox has a commanding lead with 56% of the vote compared to Peterson’s 24%. The remaining 20% of respondents either chose another candidate or remain undecided.
Cox’s lead in the poll comes as no surprise, as he has been serving as Lieutenant Governor since 2013 and has received widespread support from the Republican party. His campaign has focused on issues such as education reform, economic growth, and healthcare policy, resonating with voters across the political spectrum.
Meanwhile, Peterson, a law professor at the University of Utah, has been focusing on progressive policies such as expanding healthcare access and protecting LGBTQ rights. Despite his efforts to appeal to a broader audience, the poll results show a wide gap between him and Cox.
The poll results are a positive sign for Cox’s campaign as the election draws near. With a substantial lead over his opponent, he is well-positioned to secure the governorship in Utah. However, nothing is guaranteed in politics, and both candidates will continue to campaign vigorously in the coming weeks to win over undecided voters and solidify their support base.
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