SALT LAKE CITY — Politics were always a topic of discussion in the Jeffrey and Heidi Swinton home as they reared their four boys.
A lawyer and a journalist, respectively, and strong Republicans, the two parents read the papers, watched the news and talked about world and national events with their sons.
Mom and Dad weren’t surprised when Jonathan Swinton, 35, decided to run for U.S. Senate. But they were shocked that he threw his hat into the ring as a Democrat.
“They still haven’t quite figured me out on the Democrat thing,” Jonathan Swinton said, quickly adding that his parents support his campaign.
Heidi Swinton said her son has carved his own path in terms of his interests and allegiances and built a strong foundation in what he believes, even in the face of challenges.
“I don’t share all of his political ideals, but certainly respect why he stands where he stands,” she said.
Her motherly advice to the first-time candidate: “I said, ‘Jonathan, don’t be so mean,’” as she lamented the nastiness that has marked the national political scene. For the full article click here
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