Biden and Cox urge vaccination, but facts are the only persuasion people need Written by Utah Governor Spencer Cox just announced that all Utahns 16 and older will be eligible to get a COVID vaccine starting next week at the same time President Joe Biden is...
COVID has taught us how to care for the sick and prepare for emergencies Written by Originally published in The Salt Lake Tribune. The COVID pandemic in Utah has been tragic, putting thousands in the hospital and leaving nearly 2,000 dead (at last count). We...
Legislative healthcare reforms target vaccination, mental health, prescriptions Written by The 2021 legislative session in Utah was a modestly significant one for healthcare. Specifically, there were impactful policy reforms regarding COVID vaccines, mental...
Civics lessons from Black Americans: Ida B. Wells and Frederick Douglass Written by Derek Monson This week marks the end of Black History Month – a time to celebrate African Americans’ achievements and vital contributions in the history of our nation. One way...
Romney child allowance plan good for families – maybe work and government, too Written by Derek Monson Sen. Mitt Romney’s new child welfare reform legislation – the Family Security Act – has generated both support and criticism. That new ideas for federal...
