Josh Ewing ~ Candidate, House District 25
More Than A Good Democrat...A Real Leader
Josh Ewing has proven himself as a good democratic soldier, who has helped many prominent Democrats get elected. But Josh is more than that. He has the knowledge of government, the communications skills, and the respect of legislative leaders needed to forge progressive change.
Building a Bridge Without Compromising Its Structure
Let’s face it. In the state legislature, we Democrats are outnumbered. So it’s not enough to be a progressive vote that all too often gets drowned out. For us to grow our party and be effective at making positive policy changes,we must be able to build a bridge to Utah’s majority. To accomplish this, we need representatives the public will see as being strong, reasonable voices for what the people want—not just a pigeonholed minority party begging for attention. We also need leaders who have proven themselves as being able to reach across the aisle to improve our laws and policies.
Issues That Matter
All too often, the Legislature spends way too much time avoiding the real issues—and there are many that impact our daily lives. Josh is passionate about some key issues, but he is also a listener who will attack any issue with hard work and persistence.
Education and After-School Funding
• Josh’s wife, Kirsten, is an elementary school teacher who recently moved from full-time work to part-time teaching. She made her decision based mostly on the huge lack of resources available for Utah’s teachers. Kirsten often had more than 30 kids in her class, with at least a half dozen not speaking English. Don’t even try to tell Josh and Kirsten that the solution is more testing. Let’s get real: our teachers need more resources—like teacher’s aides, language specialists, and after-school programs—and that takes more funding.
Open Space Preservation and Environmental Protection
• You gotta be kidding me! The state has more than a billion dollar surplus and Utah’s open space fund actually gets a cut in funding.
• Most of us live here at least partly because we love our outstanding scenic and recreation resources. But state government is doing far too little to protect these resources and prepare for future generations. Protecting roadless areas, taking steps to stop global warming, and improved public transportation options all should be championed in the legislature.
Add Your Issue Here
• Representatives are elected to be a voice for their constituents’ concerns. Josh loves to learn about new issues and find creative solutions to solve problems. One call will put Josh to work on your issue.
JOSH EWING HOUSE DISTRICT 25
• Communications Director for Salt Lake City, overseeing Olympics
• 3 1/2 years as spokesman for Mayor Rocky Anderson (talk about
being able to thrive under pressure!)
• Started successful advertising agency
• Implemented communications strategy for important, progressive campaigns:
- Corroon for County Mayor
- Wilson for County Council
- Don’t Amend campaign against Amendment 3
- Anderson for City Mayor
• Producer for national NPR show
• Founder of Salt Lake Trails Cooperative
• Serves on Board of the Parley’s Trail Coalition
• Served on Mayor’s Task Force on Drugs, Alcohol, and Tobacco
• Volunteer for many non-profit organizations, including the Quest for the Gift of Life Foundation, Salt Lake Climbers Alliance, Sierra Club, and ACLU Utah
• Member of the following Organizations: Sierra Club, ACLU, Parents Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG), Equality Utah, Utah Advertising Federation, and Pubic Relations Society of America.
More Than A Good Democrat...A Real Leader
Josh Ewing has proven himself as a good democratic soldier, who has helped many prominent Democrats get elected. But Josh is more than that. He has the knowledge of government, the communications skills, and the respect of legislative leaders needed to forge progressive change.
Building a Bridge Without Compromising Its Structure
Let’s face it. In the state legislature, we Democrats are outnumbered. So it’s not enough to be a progressive vote that all too often gets drowned out. For us to grow our party and be effective at making positive policy changes,we must be able to build a bridge to Utah’s majority. To accomplish this, we need representatives the public will see as being strong, reasonable voices for what the people want—not just a pigeonholed minority party begging for attention. We also need leaders who have proven themselves as being able to reach across the aisle to improve our laws and policies.
Issues That Matter
All too often, the Legislature spends way too much time avoiding the real issues—and there are many that impact our daily lives. Josh is passionate about some key issues, but he is also a listener who will attack any issue with hard work and persistence.
Education and After-School Funding
• Josh’s wife, Kirsten, is an elementary school teacher who recently moved from full-time work to part-time teaching. She made her decision based mostly on the huge lack of resources available for Utah’s teachers. Kirsten often had more than 30 kids in her class, with at least a half dozen not speaking English. Don’t even try to tell Josh and Kirsten that the solution is more testing. Let’s get real: our teachers need more resources—like teacher’s aides, language specialists, and after-school programs—and that takes more funding.
Open Space Preservation and Environmental Protection
• You gotta be kidding me! The state has more than a billion dollar surplus and Utah’s open space fund actually gets a cut in funding.
• Most of us live here at least partly because we love our outstanding scenic and recreation resources. But state government is doing far too little to protect these resources and prepare for future generations. Protecting roadless areas, taking steps to stop global warming, and improved public transportation options all should be championed in the legislature.
Add Your Issue Here
• Representatives are elected to be a voice for their constituents’ concerns. Josh loves to learn about new issues and find creative solutions to solve problems. One call will put Josh to work on your issue.
JOSH EWING HOUSE DISTRICT 25
• Communications Director for Salt Lake City, overseeing Olympics
• 3 1/2 years as spokesman for Mayor Rocky Anderson (talk about
being able to thrive under pressure!)
• Started successful advertising agency
• Implemented communications strategy for important, progressive campaigns:
- Corroon for County Mayor
- Wilson for County Council
- Don’t Amend campaign against Amendment 3
- Anderson for City Mayor
• Producer for national NPR show
• Founder of Salt Lake Trails Cooperative
• Serves on Board of the Parley’s Trail Coalition
• Served on Mayor’s Task Force on Drugs, Alcohol, and Tobacco
• Volunteer for many non-profit organizations, including the Quest for the Gift of Life Foundation, Salt Lake Climbers Alliance, Sierra Club, and ACLU Utah
• Member of the following Organizations: Sierra Club, ACLU, Parents Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG), Equality Utah, Utah Advertising Federation, and Pubic Relations Society of America.
About Josh
Occupation
Advertising Executive and
Government Relations Director at
Love Communications
Education
BA and MA in Communications: University of Pennsylvania
Family
Wife: Kirsten; Kids: Two Dogs…Cezzane and Morisot
Hobbies
Rock climbing, cycling, trail running, vegetarian cooking
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish, Political Gibberish
Age
30…No grey hairs yet
CONNECT WITH JOSH
Work 801-519-8880 Mobile 801-870-5195 Home 801-5184409 E-mail joshewing@mac.com
Occupation
Advertising Executive and
Government Relations Director at
Love Communications
Education
BA and MA in Communications: University of Pennsylvania
Family
Wife: Kirsten; Kids: Two Dogs…Cezzane and Morisot
Hobbies
Rock climbing, cycling, trail running, vegetarian cooking
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish, Political Gibberish
Age
30…No grey hairs yet
CONNECT WITH JOSH
Work 801-519-8880 Mobile 801-870-5195 Home 801-5184409 E-mail joshewing@mac.com
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