10 Things You Didn't Know About Jon Huntsman Jr.

Governor Huntsman

They left off the governors military service and that of his family. Surely somebody is or has served within the last 50 years?

My 2 Cents Worth

I live in Utah. I have been impressed with Jon Huntsman, Jr., of late. He has become a better governor once he decided he wasn't going to run anymore. Then he started moving himself out the Mormon Church political stranglehold on state politics (perhaps with their permission?), gambling that the recovery of the GOP depends on a move toward the center and away from the lunacy fringe. He came out in favor of civil unions, for one, and decided climate change is a problem, unlike most Utah legislators who think God is in charge of the climate.

I have one problem so far with Jon Huntsman, Jr. Like George W. Bush, his father's money has bought him everything in his life. Read the article: he made millions working for his father's corporation. He became governor because his father's plastics empire was worth a fortune that he could use for campaigns. Jon Huntsman won't ever be a viable presidential candidate, but he seems to be a decent public servant. I hope he will be a good ambassador for the US to China, and not only a good ambassador for the Mormon Church.

Maj MC

Just wanted to follow up on the comments from USAF "officer" MC who did not give his name, commenting upon Jon Huntsman and family values. This person is impressed with Jon Huntsman because he "met him" and because he has (7) children, to him this indicates "family values". Perhaps these values are limited to his own household? As the daughter of a USAF retired Col with over 35 years of service, having grown up in the AF and mother of three sons now serving America, I can attest to what happened to my family. We were cheated in the collecting of family support money that was owed to us from an employee of Huntsman Corp. The company, Huntsman Corp. not only refused to withhold payments, helping out a "deadbeat" employee until he could retire, but the company also lied to the courts in Colorado, saying the company had no business contacts here. This obvious lie kept them out of the courtroom for some time still enabling this deadbeat situation and cheating us out of significant money that was owed to us.(and is still owed with interest accumulating). Falisfying information to the courts is considered Fraud. I have the details, and documents, should anyone want to enquire. This company simply did not think one Mom from Colorado would stand up to them and took an illegal risk, that did not pan out. This legal issue is ongoing and based statute. So think about it, which family values or must we determine which family is more important? Another question, shouldn't this company have to follow the law and the rules as do others ? This continues to be an issue for this company and a it is a question of ethics, integrity, not to mention lies to the court. So I would dispute the comments from Maj, Mc, just having "met someone" does not tell the story.

I have the real story to tell, about Jon Huntsman who did not answer to my personal letters some time ago offering to resolve this issue rather than have to "sue". These letters went unanswered, we informed him and he personally chose to ignore this issue relying upon a law firm instead who lied on his behalf. I do not consider "family values" to be limited to just ones own, how about respect for others, and respect for the law?

I can be contacted anytime at the above address in Lakewood Co. or in my previous comment. or

cweyle@yahoo.com

I will continue to Stand UP for America, for RIGHTS , for the LAW , and For Families. I welcome your support ! My family supports America, So I invite your support !

Carol Weyle

Lakewood Co

I have been in the U.S. Army for 12 years now, I served for 7 years as an active duty Army officer.

During that time, a Commander I worked with was able to meet personally w/Governor Jon Huntsman, Jr.. This Commander was a Catholic from NYC. He was very impressed w/Mr. Huntsman, as am I, and most of those who actually meet him, talk with him, or have worked with him, from what I have seen.

I do not live in Utah, but I have family members there.

I have also met Jon Huntsman's father, who is a remarkable man--meeting him only briefly is unforgettable in a work assignment, is unforgettable! He is ranked 2nd in the US for charitable contributions last year, arguably one of the greatest philanthropists we have seen.

What I have seen is indeed a commitment to family values, an ethical commitment in his father and family currently in WSJ yesterday, for the betterment of America and society in general.

Policies and beliefs of Governor Huntsman, actions and words from him, argue this point better than I could.

I do not know the individual from "Grantsville, UT," with "Three Temple Callings" who made the weak criticism of Mitt Romney and Jon Huntsman, Jr., above--nor do I know "Mara of UT" who says, "He does not care about no one," or why she says this (obviously there must be some bitterness over something--and the fact she uses incorrect grammar does not mean her input is not valuable).

You will note these couple of individuals do not represent the majority of people with experience working w/Mr. Huntsman, in their home State of Utah or elsewhere in the country (and I know I speak for many others, many with even minimal contact as I have had)...

I would disregard those comments and suspend judgment if you have not met him or have not been able to read more.

I can tell you that what I have seen in him, having some limited experience, has been remarkable.

Anyone with 7 children (one from China and one from India) must have some favorable feelings about family.

I would research the matter further, and I am sure you will be impressed with this man as I am--and with his extended family!

He will go places, and do great things! Both for his family, and for the rest of us.

Quero muito trabalhar com Mr Huntsman.

Olá! Meu nome é Iranilson, sou mormon, tenho uma esposa que amo muito e dois filhos maravilhosos,

tenho 37 anos e quero muito trabalhar com Mr. Huntsman Sr. Seria muito bom se tivessemos uma empresa Huntsman aqui no Brasil.

Por favor espero resposta em breve.

Obrigado.

To Family Values

I agree Jon Hunstman has no family values at all except where it will benefit him. He does not care about no one. I have wrote several letters to him in regards to issues concerning the safety of my family and I have yet to see him lift a finger.

Romney Lost, So Will Huntsman

Mormon Combat Veterans Opposed to Jon Huntsman Jr

Richard E. Pretwich

Sixth generation Mormon

Three Temple Callings

Seven Combat decorations

Lead Journeyman

Elections Campaign Strategist

Washington State Democratic Party

Grantsville, Utah.