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November 17th, 2006: This week on Utah NOW acclaimed political analyst Larry Sabato breaks down the 2006 election. Sabato foresaw the victory for democrats last week. He will join us to explain the message voters were sending and how the country's political landscape is beginning to change.

November 10th, 2006: Over the next five years, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is going to be re-making a significant part of downtown Salt Lake City. This week on Utah NOW we're asking, whose interests will define the character of downtown? Can a project designed and built by a private religious entity be the foundation for a vibrant city center?Editorialist Ben Fulton of the Salt Lake City Weekly comments on the future look of downtown.

November 3rd, 2006: Experts say this election year may mark a significant moment of change. But amidst all this uncertainty, is Utah destined to stay put? This week on Utah NOW, we'll survey the state's political landscape and ask about the prospects for change - even here.

October 27th, 2006: This week Utah NOW presents The Governor's Monthly News Conference, an unedited exchange between reporters and Governor Jon M. Huntsman. This month the governor discusses his trip to China and Utah's transportation situation. He also answers questions about gas prices and Utah's $500 million surplus.

October 20th, 2006: There was a time in American life when faith was a private matter. In his new book, The Holy Vote, journalist Ray Suarez examines how religion has come out into the open. This week on Utah NOW, Suarez will join us to talk about the role of God in modern politics. Former member of Congress Karen Shepherd, is our new Speak Out Utah Essayist.

October 13th, 2006: In Utah more than 300,000 people have no health insurace. This week on Utah Now, we are asking why...just who are these people? What are the strategies they use to care for themselves and their families? And what are the costs to them...and you?

October 6th, 2006: With the upcoming trial of FLDS leader Warren Jeffs Utah law enforcement faces head-on the not so secret practice of plural marriage in our state. This week on Utah NOW - we ask - How should polygamy be prosecuted in the 21st century?

September 29th, 2006: This week Utah NOW presents The Governor's Monthly News Conference, an unedited exchange between reporters and Governor Jon M. Huntsman. Topics include the war in Iraq, Utah's possible 4th district, and the investigation of Utah gas prices. Reporters also ask about healthcare in Utah, and the state's minority population.

July 28th, 2006: An unedited exchange between reporters and Governor Jon M. Huntsman. Some topics include the governor's poll numbers, his blue print for the future and the economy. He also talks about the prospect of tuition tax credits, education in the state of Utah and the presidential race of 2008. Reporters also asked the Governor about Iraq, transportation and the USTAR initiative.

June 30th, 2006: An unedited exchange between reporters and Governor Jon M. Huntsman. Some topics include a special education summit planned for September, the state's wildfires, the Third District Primary and what it revealed about Utahns' feelings on immigration, and electronic voting. The governor also answered questions regarding the removal of the government website which was written in Spanish, having global relationships with Mexico, China, India and Canada and the most recent decisions surrounding the storage of nuclear waste.

May 26th, 2006: An unedited exchange between reporters and Governor Jon M. Huntsman. Topics include President Vicente Fox's visit to Utah, Fox's views on immigration, Utah's relationship with Mexico, the special session and dental aid for low-income Utahns.

April 28th, 2006: An unedited exchange between reporters and Governor Jon M. Huntsman. Topics will include health care and Utah's uninsured, the position of the governor's tax reform plan, Utah's preparation for the bird flu and much more.