Who Democrats picked to replace Karen Mayne in the Utah Senate

Utah Democrats swapped one Karen for another on Saturday, electing state Rep. Karen Kwan, D-Salt Lake City, to replace former Sen. Karen Mayne — who retired suddenly from the Utah Legislature after serving for 15 years, citing health reasons. Kwan bested seven other candidates hoping to succeed Mayne in representing Salt Lake County’s west side. During last year’s legislative session, Mayne was diagnosed with cancer after breaking her shoulder. Kwan secured the vote of 30 out of 52 delegates in Senate District 12 to win. Democrats make up 23.5% of...