VOX: Locals Sound off on their "Moms"

We asked three Salt Lakers, “What’s the Best Advice Mom Gave You?”

We sought maternally sourced pearls from some Utahns who haven’t shamed their moms—yet.

“Don’t ever be a flake. Say ‘yes’ or ‘no’. But if you say yes, damn it, do it, no matter what.”

—Jim Dabakis, Senator

“Always wear clean underwear!”

—Karrie Galloway, CEO of Planned Parenthood Utah

“You’re not cute and you’re not funny.” It was the best preparation to be a standup comic I could’ve ever asked for.

—Andy Farnsworth, Comedian

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