Utah

  • The Remaking of Utah’s Supreme Court: Why Utahns Should Care

    Utah friends: Why should you care? Because courts are one of the safeguards that protect our rights, our freedoms, and our ability to hold those in power accountable. Independent courts protect all of us. Regardless of where you fall politically,… Continue reading

    The Remaking of Utah’s Supreme Court: Why Utahns Should Care
  • Twenty+ Years of Power: Stuart Adams’ Record Under Review

    Guest Post by Kimberly Harris Wagner Senate President Stuart Adams is arguably the most powerful politician in Utah. With more than two decades in the legislature, he has wielded extraordinary influence over Utah public life. What should Utahns expect from… Continue reading

    Twenty+ Years of Power: Stuart Adams’ Record Under Review
  • The Politics Behind The SAVE Act

    Utah Congressman Mike Kennedy recently argued that Americans must show ID to do things like drive a car, board an airplane, or cash a paycheck. Those activities involve proving identity in a single transaction. Voting, however, works differently. Elections operate… Continue reading

    The Politics Behind The SAVE Act
  • From Fear to Facts: Socialism and Narrative Construction

    A recent Deseret News article reported that 51 percent of Utah Democrats view “socialism” favorably and that 70 percent view “democratic socialism” positively. The tone of the piece is clear: this trend is worrying, even dangerous, and likely the result… Continue reading

    From Fear to Facts: Socialism and Narrative Construction