Cannon's Bill has Utah County in Uproar

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Pignanelli: Utah County has a humorous reputation for a unique flavor of politics and other idiosyncrasies. But recent election activities in the 3rd Congressional District have cast a not so comical, malicious blemish on "Happy Valley."

Congressman Chris Cannon is a true soldier for the GOP. Various right-wing organizations rate him as one of the most conservative House members, and his lifetime assessment by the American Conservative Union is 96 percent (highest in the Utah delegation). Yet, some constituents are attacking the lawmaker for actions that apparently smell liberal.

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Cannon's Bill has Utah County in Uproar

Cannon recently introduced legislation that would provide permits for undocumented workers ("illegal aliens") to work legally in various agricultural operations. This proposal has bipartisan support from President Bush, Sen. Edward Kennedy, business and farm associations and labor unions. Note: 75 pe...

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