by Derek Monson | Mar 11, 2026
DOJ lawsuits undermine the Constitution, election integrity Written by Derek Monson Originally published in Utah News Dispatch. America’s highly polarized politics can pressure public officials to pursue partisan interests at the expense of constitutional principles....
by Derek Monson | Mar 3, 2026
Utahns embrace AI, parental responsibility and child safety Written by Derek Monson Originally published in Utah Policy. Debates about artificial intelligence (AI) legislation at the state and national levels often elevate the two poles of the debate. A...
by Derek Monson | Mar 3, 2026
Utah & AI: Doom or Boom? Written by Derek Monson Utah voters hold complex views about AI that recognize its benefits to science, health, and the economy, while expressing concerns about its impact in spheres of public authority and child development. Voters...
by Derek Monson and Kevin Johnson | Feb 25, 2026
Utah can lead the nation on election official ethics Written by Derek Monson Originally published in Utah Policy. Elections – just like sports – depend on fair rules and an accurate public perception that both the rules and the referees are trustworthy. Utah’s...
by Derek Monson and Ford Copple | Feb 24, 2026
Utah Election Reforms That Win Public Trust Written by Derek Monson Election reforms enacted in 2025 and being considered in 2026 have varying impacts on voter confidence in elections and legislator electability. Policies that make it more difficult to cast a ballot...
