Thank you, Larry

Larry Miller, owner of the Utah Jazz and several other large Utah businesses died last night at the age of 64. In my opinion, he gave his life to Utah. I don't doubt that his failing and now failed health resulted from his working 18 hour days for most of his life. I would normally criticize that lack of balance, but in this case, I think it was out of a sense of responsibility that he worked that hard. He saw his businesses as his duty and his gift to the world, and he ran them exceptionally well rather than delegate his power to make a difference. As a result of his devotion, he has made an immeasurable impact on Utah's economy and on our quality of life as well as on Utah's national reputation in general. As a man, I can't help but be inspired by his example of hard work.

I honor Larry Miller as one of the best Utahn's of my generation.