My priorities are a direct reflection of the thousands of conversations I have had with regular Utahns over the last year: fixing the causes of the current affordability crisis, bringing accountability and transparency to our national government, and getting water to the Great Salt Lake and protecting public lands. Solving these issues will require thoughtfulness, political independence, and a deep connection to the communities I serve, which are attributes I believe I have demonstrated consistently. I don’t accept corporate or foreign-oriented PAC funding of any kind and I have been a vocal advocate for our local communities.

4. Please describe how you view the importance of compromise in politics and provide an example from your own experiences that highlights your perspective.

Politics is the art of compromise balanced against the need for moral clarity and courage. You have to understand that no one will ever get everything they want, but refuse to yield on the issues which you know will cause harm to the communities you represent. I have over 20 years of professional experience in the private and public sectors balancing those sometimes conflicting pressures, and I will bring that experience to my role as Northern Utah’s Congressional representative.

5. How will you balance the views of the vocal public, your political party, and your own understanding and knowledge as an elected representative?

As a representative, I have two core obligations: my oath to the Constitution and the needs of the people in my district. Full stop. When working to solve problems, I turn to people who work in the spaces being impacted, who have not just theoretical knowledge but also practical experience. The Great Salt Lake is one example: I have spoken to water managers, climatologists, non-profits, private sector partners, farmers, ranchers, horticulturists, etc. to discuss the underlying issues and what effective solutions would look like. After we find something that seems to be a viable path forward, I go and talk to people in my community about it, so I can get their feedback and concerns. Because I am not beholden to corporate donors, I am free to support solutions that work for regular people, and prioritize the needs of our communities. This is the same approach I would take with any of the challenges we are working to solve.

6. What is the best way for readers to contact you and/or get more information about your platform?

I would encourage them to visit our website (petercrosbyforcongress.org) where they can follow our social media accounts or reach out directly via email. If they have the time, I am at public events and town halls throughout the week, and I would love to answer their questions in person.