Stand Up, Utah
It's Time for a Second Opinion
Nicole Melling is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, a Lehi Mom, and the dose of radical accountability the Utah State House desperately needs.
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A Healer Running to Heal a Broken System
Nicole Melling has spent her career listening to people in their most vulnerable moments. As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, she's learned that real healing requires honesty, transparency, and a willingness to address root causes—not just symptoms.
A Lehi mom of five adopted children, Nicole understands the challenges Utah families face every day. From education to air quality, from healthcare access to government accountability, she's ready to bring a fresh perspective to the State House.
“Utah deserves leaders who listen first and legislate second. That's the prescription for a healthier democracy.”
The Issues
Nicole's prescription for a healthier Utah focuses on three core areas where real change is desperately needed.
Radical Transparency
Exposing the Legislative Agenda
Utah voters deserve to know what's happening in their State House. Nicole will fight for open meetings, accessible records, and real-time legislative tracking. No more backroom deals—it's time to bring Utah politics into the light.
Air Quality
The Inversion Dashboard
Our children are breathing some of the worst air in the nation during inversion season. Nicole proposes an Inversion Dashboard: real-time monitoring, health alerts, and concrete action plans to protect Utah families from hazardous air quality.
Education
Student Success Resources
Every Utah child deserves a world-class education. Nicole will advocate for fully funded schools, fair teacher pay, and resources that help every student succeed—regardless of ZIP code or background.
The “Elephant” in the Room
Why vote for a Democrat in a conservative district?
Let's be honest: Utah is a conservative state, and District 52 has historically voted Republican. So why should you consider Nicole Melling?
Because democracy works best with balance. Checks and balances are the immune system of our democracy. When one party dominates without opposition, accountability disappears—and that's bad for everyone, regardless of political affiliation.
Nicole isn't running to push a partisan agenda. She's running to ask hard questions, demand transparency, and ensure that your voice is heard in the State House—not just the voices of special interests and party insiders.
“You don't have to agree with me on everything. You just have to believe that Utah deserves better than rubber-stamp politics.”
— Nicole Melling
Whether you're a lifelong Democrat, a frustrated Republican, or an independent voter looking for something different, Nicole welcomes you. This campaign is about people over party— and the belief that we can do better together.