Congrats to Brandie Balken on her new post as Equality Utah's real, honest-to-goodness, bona fide director -- nothing "interim" about it. After a nationwide search, the multi-talented Balken was found to be the best candidate for the job. ---

Well, I could have told 'em that! (Seems I'm always a bit late with the kudos. Still, besser spät als nie, as those punctual Germans say.)

I've admired Balken for years -- she's one of those rare humans born with a knack for connecting with people and bringing out the best in them. Plus, she's got great initials.

Equality Utah's got a whole slew of issues on its plate -- and, as the legislative session draws nearer, bringing the usual crop of uglies out of the woodwork, things are bound to get crazy very fast.  

Good luck, Brandie. You've got your work cut out for you!