Libertarian Taylor Wright, a physical education teacher, is one of four candidates running for Utah's 4th Congressional District seat in the Nov. 3, 2026, general election.
Wright said on his campaign website that he has spent his career helping people grow in confidence, independence and dignity. He joins Republican Mike Kennedy, Democrat Jonny Larsen and independent Steven Burt on the ballot, according to BallotReady election data.
Candidate information
- Party: Libertarian
- Office sought: U.S. House of Representatives, Utah 4th Congressional District
- Election date: Nov. 3, 2026
- Ballot status: Certified for the ballot
Experience and public service
According to his campaign website, Wright works as a physical education teacher and with adults with special needs. BallotReady profile data confirms the teaching role.
On the issues
The following positions are Wright's own statements, drawn from his campaign website and his BallotReady questionnaire responses.
Free markets: Wright said government should not distort markets or punish consumers through policies like tariffs. He said free markets create innovation, opportunity and prosperity.
Decentralizing power: Wright said decisions should be made closer to the people they affect. He said many responsibilities held by Washington today belong with states, communities and individuals.
Individual liberty: Wright said every person deserves the freedom to make their own choices about their life, their work and their future without unnecessary government interference.
Constitutional checks on federal power: Wright said Congress must follow the Constitution and reclaim its responsibility to check executive power, especially when it comes to war and federal authority. He also said he supports limiting federal power.
Environment: Wright said free people solve problems and free markets reward better solutions to save the Great Salt Lake.
Foreign policy: Wright said a strong America defends itself when necessary but avoids unnecessary wars, focusing instead on free trade, diplomacy and the prosperity that comes from minding our own business.
The candidate's issue positions were drawn from Wright's campaign website and his BallotReady questionnaire responses. The Draper Herald did not interview the candidate for this profile. Voters can learn more at wrightforutah.com.
