Sharon McMahon, America s Government Teacher, Connects with Utah Voters Ahead of Elections

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Written By Richard Perdomo

SALT LAKE CITY — Known as America’s Government Teacher, Sharon McMahon, or SharonSaysSo, visited Utah on Wednesday to connect with fans and share her insights on the political landscape ahead of the upcoming elections. McMahon greeted approximately 350 attendees at the King’s English Bookstore, where she signed copies of her book, The Small and the Mighty. The book highlights lesser-known figures in U.S. history who made significant contributions to the nation.

During her event at Utah Valley University UVU, McMahon described her presentation as part history lesson, part dance party, emphasizing the importance of engaging discussions in the current political climate.

She urged Utahns to navigate the political noise, stating, There’s no such thing as a Republican bridge or a Democrat bridge. We want safe communities and opportunities for our kids.” Her comments reflect a call for cooperation across party lines, especially in supermajority states.

Fans praised McMahon for her neutral and factual approach. One attendee remarked, “She’s just very neutral with the facts,” while another noted, She does a lot of the sifting through the noise so that I have the time that I spend. I know that I can trust her. McMahon emphasized that while political parties may differ on strategies, the ultimate goal should be to “build a bigger tent” rather than marginalize opposing views.

“A healthy democracy thrives with lots of voices, McMahon stated, warning against treating politics as a zero-sum game. She encouraged voters to recognize that valuable ideas can come from any party, advocating for an informed electorate that values comprehensive perspectives.

Her influence has inspired local voters like Angie Dodge, who expressed appreciation for her insights into the importance of primaries in Utah’s election process. Learning that the primaries are actually a lot more important than the general election, Dodge said. Being involved on her Instagram got me looking into that.

As the November 5th election approaches, McMahon’s fans are seeking truth and impartiality. Her focus on what is and is not constitutionally correct is super helpful, said Bex Chase, highlighting the need for candidates to stay within their constitutional limits when making promises.

McMahon advises voters to rely on trusted sources for information. Visit trusted websites and read lots of news articles to get different perspectives, she suggested. She also emphasized the significance of local news, urging voters not to base their decisions solely on name recognition or party affiliation.

Listen, the president is going to fix the potholes; these are the real issues that drive how satisfied you are with your community, she added.

Sharon McMahon’s message resonates particularly with women in Utah, reflecting a growing demand for education and clarity in political discourse. As she often says, Sharon Says So.

 

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