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Ralph Becker

Contributor
Officials have closed the road in Little Cottonwood Canyon due to avalanche danger on Friday, March 24, 2023.
Opinion
Opinion: A former mayor’s solution: Put a train up Little Cottonwood Canyon
Prioritizing the interests of private ski resorts, at enormous public cost, is bad public policy.
By Ralph Becker, Contributor
The Utah Department of Transportation released an animated video that depicts what a gondola system would look like in Little Cottonwood Canyon.
Opinion
Opinion: The gondola would destroy our mountains — Why haven’t we considered trains?
The gondola doesn’t meet any of the 6 principles for a transportation solution.
By Ralph Becker, Contributor
Evan McMullin stands to speak at a pulpit with a campaign sign that reads “Courage to lead” in front of a large American flag.
Opinion
Opinion: Still undecided on your vote for U.S. Senate? I believe this candidate is your best bet
Evan McMullin represents bipartisan, collaborative leadership that our nation desperately needs in this divided time
By Ralph Becker, Contributor
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Opinion
Guest opinion: Utahns are fortunate they can take refuge in the great outdoors
By Ralph Becker, Contributor