Hillary Clinton leads presidential field in Utah donations

SALT LAKE CITY — Democrat Hillary Rodham Clinton has raked in more campaign donations from Utah residents than any other presidential candidate, but experts say that does not mean she has a chance to win the heavily conservative state next year.

While Clinton raised more money than any other 2016 hopeful, Republican contenders have collectively outraised Democrats in Utah about $434,000 to $296,000, campaign finance data show. Even if she secures the party’s nomination, Utah has not voted for a Democratic presidential candidate since Lyndon Johnson in 1964.

Her strong numbers show she is generating hope among Utah Democrats, said Utah State University political scientist Damon Cann. Party faithful tend to become demoralized because of constant losses in the state, but they appear galvanized behind the idea that Clinton has a shot elsewhere.

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Hubby read this to me and I didn’t believe him. Very surprised.