Jon Huntsman Quotes (30 Quotes)

Asked if he was opposed to teaching intelligent design in schools, Huntsman said he was against it being taught in science classes. If it comes up in sociology or philosophy as differing views on creation, I think that's appropriate, ... But that doesn't happen until college or maybe later in high school.

Public schools are largely secular institutions. I would expect my kids in science class to be instructed in those things that are somewhat quantifiable and based on thorough and rigorous empirical research.

We're interested in making sure we protect middle- and low-income Utah while stimulating economic development, ... we need to make it acceptable to legislators.

Utah was one of four states (including Tennessee, Texas and Oklahoma) asked of assistance. That says something good about our state and our citizens, ... The selection of those chosen to come to Utah is undetermined at this point, but we are a willing recipient.

is economic development, too, because all workers, including CEOs, look to see how much money is being taken out of their paychecks by government.

We did a quick calculation as to what we could accommodate immediately and we came up with 1,000, ... I'm glad Utah is seen as a community that will reach out charitably.

For our state, in terms of the image that it allows us to project, it really is a shot of confidence, ... It clearly indicates that we're open for business and we can work with and accommodate the very best in the business.

After a legislative meeting Tuesday, Scott Carver, Corrections executive director, called an emergency release of about 200 felons sometime this winter pretty likely. ... There really is no chance of that.

In 2001, the Utahn launched Mountain Sunrise Feed in Enterprise to ship compressed hay and alfalfa to dairy cooperatives across Asia. His newfound customers planned to inspect the feed on a visit that September, but the attacks kept them from traveling and they turned to more familiar suppliers instead. It struck us very hard and just about put us under, ... We still haven't fully recovered, but we'll make it.

We are a state of outdoor enthusiasts, and we're proud of that, ... I don't care what part of the outdoors you enjoy, we have it all in this state.

We'll worry about the budget later.

We're some weeks away from putting our budget together, but I can tell you this, that energy prices as high as they are will affect costs across the board. There's no doubt about that,

was great news for Utah and the millions of people who rely on the Colorado River for their water supply.

First and foremost I want to make sure people are taken care of. We'll find the money to cover them I want to make sure they're taken care of.

This could be the state of Utah we're talking about. We're doing it for our neighbors this time, but it could well have been Utah,

I'm putting my trust behind those negotiations because I think they might yield something, I believe in bringing stakeholders to the table.

We want our children to do the things they would do wherever we lived. They have friends who come to visit and they are busy with their own plans,

This is the most reckless thing I have ever heard our federal government wanting to do in this state, ... If I have to stand in front of the train coming across the border, I'm prepared to do that.

At home -- and in churches or synagogues -- I would hope they could hear different ideas about creation,

It will be the culmination of a lot of work with a lot of consultation with the community,

The response has been overwhelming and gratifying, ... Utahns continue to demonstrate their generosity and willingness to help in times of need.

In the past year, the Red Cross spent more than 134 million providing relief across the nation, ... The people of Utah are generous and compassionate citizens who are ready to help neighbors in time of need.

There isn't another issue as important as this one as far as I'm concerned, ... We need something that closes this off other than just by legal means. We are talking about a public-policy fix. But it is premature to say what that magic bullet could be.

While the last proposals were above the price of our IPO last year, I believe they were not adequate, particularly in light of the risks, uncertainties and extended timing of the proposed transactions.

Sometimes, I'm tempted to run downstairs in my robe, ... But it's always a good idea to be dressed before walking out of the family's apartment.

People think in order to get ahead you have to be unethical.

I wish I could say this was the governor's effort, but this is your citizenry at work, this is your community at work and it is so great to be your governor during this time,

Although this is certainly a setback, ... it does not mean that spent nuclear fuel will be shipped to Utah any time soon. This is a battle that will take several years to fight to completion, but it is also a battle that I intend to win.

I'm open to any option that would alleviate the burden that is now being carried by so many consumers in the form of high gas prices, ... It's not right for consumers and something's got to be done about it.

The numbers indicate that the Utah economy is strong and vibrant, ... We will consider the most efficient uses for this one-time surplus as we begin the budget process in the coming month.