Susan R. Madsen: Use your vote. Use your voice.

Independence Day is traditionally a time for patriotic sentiments, large family gatherings, and fireworks. But with the nation in turmoil over issues of social justice (not to mention a resurgence of COVID-19), many of us may be feeling less than celebratory.But whatever your opinions on protests and masks (and people have strong opinions), I want to remind Utahns that as Americans they have a unique power that allows our voices to be counted: the vote.In June, the number of registered voters in